The Bradys dodged into it and closed the door.

No sooner were they concealed when Clara and her two guests came in and at
her invitation, seated themselves.

"Well?" said the girl smuggler, in eager tones, "how did you make out?"

"Fine," laughed the spy, producing a package from his pocket. "We kept the
diamonds and remained in Canada, spending our honeymoon. When we started
for the American side, my wife had the package of diamonds fastened under
the lining of her skirt. No one suspected us, of course. The officers only
made a careless examination of our satchel and valise. We had no trouble
whatever."

"How lucky!"

"Is there any use for us to remain here to see your father? We are in a
hurry, and can come back in the course of an hour."

"That will do."

"We will go, then."

And they left the room.

A few moments later there came a knock at the door.

"Come in," cried the girl.