Hal found Herr Block's quarters without difficulty. It appeared that
Herr Block had anticipated that they would be hungry, for he had a
tempting repast already spread when they arrived. To this the four
friends did full justice, for they were, indeed, hungry.

"Now," said Herr Block when they had finished, "if you will tell me
what success you had on your mission and how you managed I will
appreciate it. After that, I will see you safely into your own lines.
I have a large automobile waiting, and you may depart at any time; but
I am greatly interested in your adventures."

Hal was nothing loath, and recounted the manner in which he and
McKenzie had secured the list of coveted names.

"Now, Chester," he said when he had concluded, "it's your turn. You
haven't told us yet how you left the house and how you chanced to be
discovered."

"My adventures don't amount to much," replied Chester. "I left the
ball with Mrs. Schweiring. We were somewhat alarmed at Gladys'
disappearance, but there was nothing we could do but wait.

When Gladys came rushing into the room, she thrust the list into my
hand, and told me what had happened, and that I must fly. I
commandeered the Schweiring automobile, and took to the road. I don't
know how the Germans got wind of my departure, but soon after I left
the city I knew I was being followed.

"There was nothing I could do but try and outrun my pursuers, whoever
they were. It soon became apparent, however, that this was impossible,