He had barely
crossed the "t" and dotted the last "i" when they heard a step, and
scurrying into the cupboard, they saw Jarvis come in, take something
from the desk, and go out without a glance in their direction. As the
door closed behind him it opened again to admit Justice Barrington and
Dr. Kingsley.
"Where are they?" asked Uncle Geof, peering about the dark room as if
the boys might be hidden behind some table or chair.
"Boys," called the doctor, "where are you?"
Then they walked out--such a funny-looking trio! Rex's table-cover
robe floated behind him, and the style of his wig was certainly unique.
Selwyn had brought away on his coat a goodly share of the dust of the
cupboard. His brown hair stood on end, and his blue eyes were shining
with excitement. But his "ludship" brought down the house. He came
forth holding up his long gown on each side, his bands were almost
under his left ear, his wig was on one side, and his glasses awry! The
contrast between his magisterial garb and his round young face and
merry hazel eyes was too much for the gravity of the two gentlemen.
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