It stood with majesty and composure in the center of the magnificent light and looked down upon him, smiling.
Rob was a courageous boy, but a thrill of fear passed over him in spite of himself as he gazed upon the wondrous vision that confronted him. For several moments he sat as if turned to stone, but he kept his eyes fastened on the Being, devouring every detail of his appearance.
And what a strange appearance!
His jacket was a wavering mass of white light, edged with braid of red flames that shot little tongues in all directions. The buttons blazed in golden fire. His trousers had a bluish, shining color, with glowing stripes of crimson braid. His vest blended all the colors of the rainbow into a flashing, glorious mass. His features were majestic, and his eyes held the soft but penetrating brilliance of electric lights.
It was hard to meet the gaze of those searching eyes, but Rob did it. The splendid apparition bowed and said in a low, clear voice:
"I am here."
"I know that," answered the boy, trembling, "but WHY are you here?"
"Because you have touched the Master Key of Electricity, and I must obey the laws of nature that compel me to respond to your summons."
