go in a blindfolded state.

Securely hidden in what was George's chamber, where he passed the first
night of his captivity, they saw Sutoto with the offerings. Cinda took
them, in silence, and disappeared, only to return instantly with the
smoking viands.

"I call that quick work," said Harry.

"Yes, that's swift cooking," suggested George.

They ate in silence. "I wonder where the bridesmaid is who intends to
make them talk?"

"Why don't you see her standing behind Cinda?"

"You mean the servant?"

"Of course."

This was almost too amusing for the boys. The rites were progressing
very satisfactorily. Then Cinda removed the bandage, and an ineffable
smile stole over Sutoto's features.

They commenced to talk. The maid said a few words, but the lovers paid
no attention. The ceremony was going along just as-a perfect one should,
when four stalwart warriors rushed in and seized Sutoto. Cinda knew who
they were, and she sprang at them, as two seized her also.

One of them addressed a word to Sutoto, and then spoke to Cinda, and
without further ceremony they were taken out through the open portal,
and hurried to the ship.

The boys followed at a respectful distance, and when the pair had
reached the deck the boys scrambled up, and hurriedly made their way to
the large room, or cabin, where the Chief and the visitors were
assembled, and which was brilliantly lighted for the occasion.

The criminals were brought before the Chief, who arose, and with a
severe countenance began to upbraid Sutoto for his crime. Cinda
meanwhile glanced around at the brilliant sight. She saw nothing to
excite fear. Both were free from the warriors and stood there side by
side, a handsome couple, as every one admitted.

Sutoto saw the boys. Just like boys are apt to be on such an occasion,
they could not repress their laughter, although it was a silent
exhibition of mirth. Then Sutoto knew, and so did Cinda, for she was not
too much abashed to look up at Sutoto, while she leaned over and rested
her head against him, and laid her hand on his arm.

Then the boys stopped laughing. There was nothing laughable about it
now. It seemed too beautiful to laugh at, and when the great Chief went
over, and rubbed his nose against Sutoto's every one knew that the
compact was sealed.

I wish it were possible to describe the delight shown in the eyes of the
bride and groom when they were led to the table containing the wedding
gifts that came t