Note 1. The geel slang, anglice “yellow-snake,” is a variety of cobra, and takes first rank among the deadliest reptiles of South Africa.
Chapter Seven.
A Scare—And a Home Circle.
“Well, Lalanté. Wyvern’s snake-bitten Kafir has not only killed himself, but he has performed his own funeral into the bargain—at least, he must have, because there’s no sign of him down there. Why—what’s the row?”
There was a curious, startled look upon the girl’s face—hearing the sound of their voices she had come forward to meet them. She was pale, too, as from the effects of a fright.
“What scared you, dearest?” said Wyvern anxiously—he was at her side in a moment. “Not another snake?”
“No. I believe it was a Kafir.”