It was a singular fact, but he began to feel a sort of attachment for the man who had done him so much ill.

They had been comrades in a great hazard, and were yet.

Moreover, the fear of being left alone in a tremendous solitude was recurrent and keen.

These motives and that of humanity made him do his best.
"I thank you, Peter," said the wounded man.

"You're standing by me in noble fashion.