“He must have come from the thicket, because I didn’t see him until he was upon me.”
“That certainly was a narrow escape,” said Rago.
“I am glad I heard you call.
“We must stay together now; my torch will protect both of us.”
“Let us find something to eat,” said Long-head.
So they walked on through the forest. They found nuts and roots and fruits.
“Look out,” said Long-head, pointing to an opening in the hillside.
“That is the home of the cave bear. Don’t go too near.”