When we were about half way, we heard the sound of firing, and I can tell you that we didn't lose a moment on the way, after that.

Have you had any losses ?" "Two of the constables are killed," Reuben said, "and we have all got some more or less ugly scratches.

My left arm is useless for a time, I am afraid.

A spear went right through it.

I fear some of the others have worse hurts." "What can have become of the sergeant's party ?" Mr.Blount said.
"They must have gone the wrong way, too," Reuben replied.