But Bostil is kickin' because I'm heavier than I was," replied the rider.
"You're skin an' bones at thet." "Mebbe you'll need to work a little off, Van.

Some one said Creech's Blue Roan was comin' fast this year." "Bill, your mind ain't operatin'," replied Van, scornfully.

"Didn't I beat Creech's hosses last year without the King turnin' a hair ?" "Not if I recollect, you didn't.

The Blue Roan wasn't runnin'." Then they argued, after the manner of friendly riders, but all earnest, an eloquent in their convictions.

The prevailing opinion was that Creech's horse had a chance, depending upon condition and luck.
The argument shifted upon the arrival of two new-comers, leading mustangs and apparently talking trade.