The hundred and sixty acres that the fence inclosed afforded plenty of range and good pasture, and there was no apparent reason why the cow should break out; but although Harry searched every gully and behind every rock ledge, she could not find her.
CHAPTER VI
It was several days before Rob was able to get about as usual. His head ached when he tried to walk and his muscles were stiff and sore.
On waking the morning after he was hurt, he asked whether Jones had come back again. He seemed a little troubled to learn that he had not yet returned. When the next two days passed without bringing Jones, Rob became plainly disturbed.
"He might at least send me word if anything has gone wrong," he declared.
"Perhaps he's gone after more colts," Harry suggested. "He's sold a good many of those he had here, hasn't he?"
"About half of them; but he wouldn't bring in more—not now, anyhow."
"Why not?"