He knew that it was a brilliant day outside, and he longed for air and exercise, but he dared not move except to stretch his arms and legs, until the stiffness and soreness disappeared from his joints.

Contact with Spaniard and Mexican had taught him the full need of caution.
He was very hungry again, and now he was thankful for his restraint of the night before.

He ate the rest of the food in his pockets and waited patiently.
Ned knew that he had slept a long time, and that it must be late in the day.

He was confirmed in his opinion by the angle at which the light entered the window, and he decided that he would lie in the pew until night came again.

It was a trying test.