"Yes!" Allen gave a shudder. "It was fearful, Ike. But come, let us get to the ranch, and I can tell my story to all at once!"
"That's the best way, sure. But down that air stream! Great snakes and turkey buzzards!"
"I know it hardly can be believed, but that is not the worst or most wonderful part of it. But come; I am nearly famished."
"Here's a bite I have in my pouch; eat that," returned Ike Watson, and he passed over some crackers and meat which Allen devoured with keen relish.
CHAPTER XII.
The Boys Talk It over
Allen and Ike Watson were soon on the way back to the ranch. Fortunately Ike Watson knew every foot of the ground, and led by the most direct route.
As the reader knows, Paul and Chet heard them approaching and received their elder brother with open arms.
"You look like a ghost!" declared Chet, starting back on catching sight of Allen's pale face.