George was
full of smiles.
"May we sit down, Mr. St. George? Our business is rather urgent!" Zip
continued.
"Of course, of course. Please forgive me! We don't get visitors of any
kind out here and I'm just not used to entertaining. Please forgive
me!" St. George rushed busily setting out chairs, bringing in two from
a room next door. "And please call me George."
Once they were settled, Zip began to tell George about the pirates and
Zimbardo's likely determination to find and eliminate the one man who
knew where the pirates' asteroid could be found. Before he got too far
into the story, George lifted a hand and smiled. "Yes, yes, I know," he
said. "Monty told me all about it."
The Starmen leaped out of their chairs, absolutely stunned. Before they
had left Montezuma's Castle Zip had impressed upon Vly how vital it was
for St. George's safety that they not communicate until his friend was
safe. Zip had begged him to send just a quick, encrypted message that
Z25 was to expect three visitors who had Vly's seal of approval-no more.
"George!" gasped Joe. "That message could have been intercepted by the
pirates! They must be looking for you!"
"We told Vly not to communicate with you! It could mean your life!"
continued Mark, suddenly heartsick with anxiety.
George chuckled.
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