In the shadow of a bald cliff the wagon was halted briefly, and the two men brought forth materials from within, making a hasty fire, and preparing breakfast.

Water was given the team also, before the journey was resumed; while during the brief halt the girl was left to do as she pleased.

Then they moved on again, surrounded by the same drear landscape, the very depression of it keeping them silent.

Sikes nodded sleepily, his head against a wagon bow.

Once Moore roused up, pointing into the distance with one hand.
"What do yer make o' that out thar ?" he asked sharply.