Xavier had been a favourite among them, and they were not minded that he should die unavenged.

So they drew round Leonard scowling and cursing.
"Stand back," he said, "and let me pass.

I fought your friend fairly; had I wished to take advantage of him, should I not have used this ?" And for the first time he remembered and drew his Colt, the sight of which cooled their ardour somewhat, for they gave way.

"Perhaps you will give me an arm, Father," Leonard went on, speaking to the priest, who was standing by.

"I am much shaken." Francisco complied, and they started towards Juanna, Otter guarding their rear with his sabre.