She had been reared in a stern school.

She knew men in times like these.

But Jacobs's wife appealed to him, "Bill, don't risk your life for a horse or two." Jacobs laughed and answered, "Not much risk," and went out with Guy.
To Jean their action seemed foolhardy.

He kept a keen eye on them and saw instantly when the band became aware of Guy's and Jacobs's entrance into the pasture.

It took only another second then to realize that Daggs and Jorth had deadly intent.