But I see that you're not like your father--he was really brave--let him who is not so not seek amusement!" So saying, he drew away from them a little.
"Let's take him up, what's the difference ?" said Bruno.

"It's the same to be shot as to be hanged.

We poor folks are good for nothing else." "You're right--but think of our sister!" Meanwhile, the ring has been cleared and the combat is about to begin.

The voices die away as the two starters, with the expert who fastens the gaffs, are left alone in the center.

At a signal from the referee, the expert unsheathes the gaffs and the fine blades glitter threateningly.
Sadly and silently the two brothers draw nearer to the ring until their foreheads are pressed against the railing.