His right followed, and Gato, big as he was, staggered back.

Tom's right foot performed a trip that sent the big Mexican bully to earth again.
"Now get up, Gato, like a man of intelligence, and behave yourself," advised Reade coolly.

"Just because we have had a bad introduction is no reason why we should continue enemies.

You treat me with proper respect and I'll do as much for you." But Gato snarled like a wild beast.

He was not armed.