"I've had glory enough for one day. The insult to the
flag has been avenged and the Stars and Stripes are floating over
Vera Cruz."
"I think it's only fair that Don, as you call him, should share
in the adventure," said the lieutenant, "and the sooner you go
the better. It is almost sundown now."
Then as Donald and Adrian started on their mission:
"Success to you and report here when you return."
"Is there any place near here where I can care for my horse?"
asked Billie as soon as the others had passed out of sight.
"Why, yes. There are stables in almost any of these houses. Here,
try this one," and the lieutenant indicated the one before which
they were standing.
Billie knocked on the big door, but there was no reply.
"Knock louder," laughed the lieutenant. "Use your boot."
Billie used his foot and with such vigor that the gate flew open.
When no one appeared to answer his summons, he stuck his head
inside the patio and called lustily.
"Must be deserted," he finally remarked. "Such being the case,
lieutenant, I reckon I might as well take possession."
"Sure. Go ahead. If every one has gone, I may join you later."
Billie led his horse within and looked around. It was a large
house and the patio was the most elaborate Billie had ever seen.
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