There could be but one interpretation of that expression, and it boded the worst for the missing youth.
"Motoza feels no affection for me, but his hatred of Fred is so intense that he is bent on revenging himself; yet I did not think he would strike so soon." The afternoon was drawing to a close, and Jack was fully two miles from camp.

If he wished to reach their rendezvous before night he had no time to waste.

The problem was now in the shape that Hank Hazletine's help was indispensable.

If anyone could assist Fred Greenwood, the guide was the man.
"He promised to meet us this evening, and if I wait I shall lose my way." Accordingly the lad faced in the direction of the plateau and pressed forward with energy.

In his haste he kept the former landmarks in view, and his previous experience had given him a certain familiarity with the region which prevented his going astray.