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He expressed his pleasure at seeing the boys again , and then inquired how it was that they happened to be around at such a late hour . `` Time is precious , so we 'll have to give you an abbreviated account , sir , '' said Garry . `` Phil , here , was captured by LeBlanc , one of our most vengeful enemies , and through the help of Miss Ruth here , we were able to rescue him , '' and Garry briefly told how they had broken open the window of the prison room , and released their chum . `` Now we have found out that something is going to take place at Lafe Green 's house sometime after midnight , and it is imperative to our success that we go there immediately and see what can be done to find out what is being plotted . I am sure that we can put every trust in you , so I am going to confide in you . We are at present doing some work for the Customs authorities of the State , and as you are a former Customs agent , we are asking you for whatever aid you can give us , '' concluded Garry . `` H 'm , '' said Everett .