“That the Apaches should not be killed.”
“We will not kill them; I have said it, and will hold to it.”
“And they shall be free?”
“Yes, they shall be free. What Tangua, the chief of the Kiowas, has said shall be done.”
“Then I will go with my friends and untie them.”
“I will do that myself when the time comes.”
“It has come, for I have conquered.”
“Silence! Did we speak of the time?”
“It was not specified, but it is evident—”
“Silence!” he thundered again. “I will decide the time. We will not kill the Apache dogs, but can we help it if they die for want of food or drink? How can I help it if they starve before I free them?”