Of the outlaws present Euchre appeared to be the one most inclined to lend friendliness to curiosity; and he led Duane and the horses away to a small adobe shack.

He tied the horses in an open shed and removed their saddles.

Then, gathering up Stevens's weapons, he invited his visitor to enter the house.
It had two rooms--windows without coverings--bare floors.

One room contained blankets, weapons, saddles, and bridles; the other a stone fireplace, rude table and bench, two bunks, a box cupboard, and various blackened utensils.
"Make yourself to home as long as you want to stay," said Euchre.

"I ain't rich in this world's goods, but I own what's here, an' you're welcome." "Thanks.