Chapter 21: XXI

XXI West of Bacon Hill The Hardy boys soon heard footsteps as the three men approached the plane. “I wish the weather was better,” Newt Pipps complained. “I’m afraid something will happen.” “I wish you’d keep quiet,” snapped Ducroy. “If you’re so scared why did you come in with us at all?” “I need the money.” “And you don’t want to earn it. I’m doing all the work. All you and Ollie have to do is throw the ropes over the side when I give the word then get your guns ready for th…