
“For this next trick, I have with me the largest stopwatch in the world. “How long can a man, or pony, hold his breath?” he asked as he stopped before the timepiece. The audience kindly applauded as he walked towards the large clock. Instead of wearing a suit, he was now wearing a crimson silk robe as he strode across the stage. The lights soon dimmed and a spotlight appeared on the right-hoof side of the stage where Houdini walked out from. There was a murmur from the crowd as well as the sound of war being poured into something large. Her attention was now aimed toward the red curtain and the large clock on the left side of the stage, along with some numbered cards. “Trixie already told you, she went outside for some fresh air.” “Where have you been?” Miss Direction questioned. “Before either of you say anything, I’m fine.” She returned to her seat, her two assistants noticing the reddish bruises near her forehead.

1,976 wordsĬhapter 6: The Chinese Water Torture Cell.Ībout nine minutes later, Trixie returned to the theater feeling a little dizzy.

