Anyway, I'm old an' tired--what's the difference if I do git plugged?
I can risk as much as you, Buck, even if I am afraid of gun-play.

You said correct, 'Hosses ready, the right minnit, then rush the trick.' Thet much 's settled.

Now let's figger all the little details." They talked and planned, though in truth it was Euchre who planned, Duane who listened and agreed.

While awaiting the return of Bland and his lieutenants it would be well for Duane to grow friendly with the other outlaws, to sit in a few games of monte, or show a willingness to spend a little money.

The two schemers were to call upon Mrs.Bland every day--Euchre to carry messages of cheer and warning to Jennie, Duane to blind the elder woman at any cost.