"Eatin' an' drinkin'!" ejaculated Bill.

"Well, I'll be--! That 'll jar the old man.

He wants to get the fight over.
"Tell him I said it'll be over too quick--for us--unless are mighty careful," replied Jean, sharply.
Bill went back muttering to himself.

Then followed a long wait, fraught with suspense, during which Jean watched the rustlers regale themselves.

The day was hot and still.