Bob stood in front of the stable door, trembling from excitement.

But besides Betty, none of them attempted to interfere, and there was a queer silence when Taggart finally got to his feet.
He stood for an instant, glaring around at them all, and then his gaze at last centered on Calumet.

Calumet silently motioned toward Betty.
In response to the movement, Taggart's lips moved.

"I'm apologizin'," he said.

He turned to his horse.