Joe sat up and looked at his brother, whom he had regarded as mighty and invincible. Sam opened his eyes after a little and looked at Joe. It was several moments before either of them spoke.
“Are ye hurt much?” asked Joe.
“I dunno,” grunted Sam.
“Feel any pain?” asked Joe.
“I dunno,” grunted Sam.
Then they were silent several moments, still staring at each other. At last, Sam ventured to speak again.
“What done it?” he inquired. “Was there an earthquake?”
“You went up to lick a dude for me,” explained Joe.
“Did I?” murmured the cowboy. “I’m ruther muddled. Where’s the dude?”
“Up there.”