"Oh, that's all right. It was a mere trifle, not worth speaking about," replied the fat boy airily.
"If it weren't for the poor dogs, I'd laugh, young man. Master Tad, tell me about it," said Lilly.
"The wolves set upon the dogs."
"Did you see them?"
"No, sir, we heard them and hurried over here to see what was going on."
Lilly nodded to the others who had ridden up to listen.
"We tried to help them, but I guess some of the dogs were already past help even then."
"And saved the greater part of the pack," added the guide.
"But, is it possible that wolves will attack dogs, Mr. Lilly?" asked Tad.
"You have had the evidence of your own eyes. They do it frequently down here. It is a wonder they didn't finish you into the bargain. What puzzles me is why so many of them gathered on this trail."