Now, we could only go ahead blindly, and trust to the instincts of our two guides.

James Bruck was especially useful.

I believe that that gallant lad would have equaled a monkey in lightness and a wild goat in agility.

Unfortunately, neither Elias Smith nor I was able to climb where he could.
However, when it is a matter of real need with me, I trust I shall never be backward, being resolute by nature and well-trained in bodily exercise.

Where James Bruck went, I was determined to go, also; though it might cost me some uncomfortable falls.