Dick was off in a moment, and almost instantly returned

with Henri galloping beside him.

No word was spoken. In time of action these men

did not waste words. During Dick's momentary

absence, Joe Blunt had caught up his rifle and examined

the priming, so that when Dick pulled up beside

him he merely laid his hand on the saddle, saying, "All

right!" as he vaulted on Charlie's back behind his

young companion. In another moment they were away

at full speed. The mustang seemed to feel that unwonted