Bend over the brink and take a blink right down

the chasm black,

Then stooping low for a moment or so, he

sheath'd his bowie bright,

Spat slowly down, and watch'd with a frown, as

the spittle sank from sight!

Hands in his pockets, eyes downcast, silent,

thoughtful, and grim,

While the Panther, grinning as he passed, still

kept his eyes on him,