Well, I am going to busy myself also and take a scouting trip to La Rosita." "Is that Lacy's mine ?" "Yes; up the gulch here about two miles.

I may pick up some information worth having.

I am to see you again--alone ?" "We must have some means of communication; have you any suggestion ?" "Yes, but we'll take for our motto, 'Safety first.' We mustn't be seen together, or suspected in any way of being friends.

The livery-stable keeper has a boy about twelve, who is quite devoted to me; a bright, trustworthy little fellow.

He is about the hotel a good deal, and will bring me word from you any time.