Then I chided myself for asking so much, for even these few words must have somewhat lessened our speed.
Meanwhile, the steps came nearer and nearer.
"Stop!" cried Eli, presently.
We stopped suddenly, while we both listened eagerly.
"There be three on 'em," he grunted.
"Yes, or more."
"No, only three—we caan't git away—"
"We must, we will!" I cried.
"Only by fightin' 'em."