The next remark by Jack may not have been romantic, but it was characteristic: "What a fine meal he will make for us!" "Provided we can secure him.

We must get a good deal nearer." "Our rifles will carry a bullet that far." "No doubt; but if we hit him he would be only slightly wounded and would make off.

We must go closer." This necessity was self-evident, but the task was certain to be a difficult one.

As they approached the animal they were likely to expose themselves to his keen gaze, when he would disappear on the instant.
"Remember what Hank said.

There is twice the chance for one that there is for two.