Texans don't carry lances an' I think we shall be attacked by a Mexican force within a few minutes, Colonel Bowie." "It is altogether probable," replied Bowie.

"See, they are coming from the wood, and they number at least sixty." "Nearer seventy, I think," said Obed.
"Whether sixty or seventy, they are not too many for us to handle," said Bowie.
The Mexicans had seen the little group of Texans and they were coming fast.

The wind brought their shouts and they brandished their long lances.

Ned observed with admiration how cool Bowie and all the men remained.
"Ride up in a line," said Bowie.

"Here, Ned, bring your horse by me and all of you face the Mexicans.