Captain Dick Caruth was officer of the day, and Colonel Dunwoody sent a soldier in search of him. He joined them at the barrier which shut off the prisoner’s cabin, and was introduced to Ruth, who still kept her veil concealing her face completely, for in spite of being dressed differently, and with her hair arranged in a different style from what she had worn it as Bonnie Belle, the captain had seen her at Pocket City, and she did not wish to be recognized. Then, too, she desired also to avoid Buffalo Bill and Surgeon Frank Powell, who also knew her well, and might recognize her as Bonnie Belle. Captain Caruth bowed low, heard what the colonel had to say, and at once said: “I will report to the prisoner his sister’s coming, Colonel Dunwoody, and”--turning to Ruth--“if I can serve you in any way command me during your stay here, Miss Arden.” “You are all so good to me,” was the low reply. Captain Caruth at once hastened on ahead and coming to the sentinel, he said: “Sentinel, march forty paces from the cabin and take up your beat there, for there is a lady to see the prisoner alone.” The sentinel saluted and obeyed, and opening the cabin door Captain Caruth entered. Silk Lasso Sam greeted him politely, while he said in a tone in which there was some sarcasm: “This is an honor, Captain Caruth, I appreciate.” “The honor, sir, is to come in the visit of one whom you should have thought of ere you allowed yourself to become what you now are,” was the stern reply. The prisoner started and his face changed color. “I do not comprehend, sir,” he faltered. “You have a sister, sir?” “Yes, my sister Ruth.” “Miss Arden, your sister, is now here to visit you, for she is coming with the colonel.” An expression of joy swept over the face of the outlaw while he said in a tone that seemed sincere: “God bless her for coming here to see me. She is a brave, noble girl, true as steel.” “It is to be regretted that you did not think of her in the past.” “I did, and of my mother, too; but I was born bad, my heart was wicked from boyhood and it was destined for me to be the devil I am.” The prisoner spoke bitterly, and Captain Caruth said in a kindly tone: “Well, Arden, your sister is here, and so take what comfort you can from her visit. She can remain an hour, and see you alone.” “I thank you, sir,” and the outlaw bowed his head as the captain turned and left the cabin. “I have told your brother of your coming, Miss Arden, and he is ready to receive you. I regret that I cannot free him of his irons while you are with him, but it cannot be.” “I do not ask it, sir. He must not expect favors where he has shown none, and led the life he has,” was the reply. The colonel then escorted Ruth to the door, and bowing, said: “The sentinel will inform you, Miss Arden, when Miss Carr comes for you.” Ruth bowed in silence, and entered the cabin.