3/27 Almost immediately afterward a loud shout for help was heard, followed by the renewed howling and yelping of the wolves. "Some traveler coming after us is attacked by these horrible beasts. We cannot hear a Christian torn to pieces by these beasts, without lending him a hand." In spite of the angry shouts and entreaties of the guide, the door was thrust open, and the party, armed with their axes and bows, at once rushed out into the night. The storm had for the moment abated and they had no difficulty in making their way along the track. |