Seizing a supply of missiles, he charged straight up the hill.

Though the group had broken at the sudden assault, by the time he reached the hill-top they had rallied, and while he was out of ammunition they made a charge on him.

Wheeling, he went down the hill like the wind, while his pursuers broke after him with shouts of triumph.

As he reached the stone-pile he turned and made a stand, which brought them to a momentary stop.

Just then a shout arose below him.