We'll call it a bargain." The track-grader nodded to Weston.
"I guess you needn't stand off," he said.

"He knows what he's doing." They shook hands on it, and then proceeded to discuss ways and means.
It was clear that they might be some time in the wilderness, and would need provisions, new boots, blankets, a rifle, and a tent; and all of these things are dear in that country.

They recognized that it would be advisable also to take a horse or mule.

Weston did not think that any of the bush ranchers would hire them one, as horses are not always brought back from such journeys.

This would render it necessary to buy one; and to meet this expenditure Grenfell had six dollars and Weston not very much more.
While they were considering what items they could leave out, two or three men came up the trail from the settlement, which led close by, and one of them threw Weston a couple of letters.
"Mail-carrier rode in before we left, and I guessed I'd bring them along," he said.
There was scarcely light enough to see by, and Weston had some little difficulty in reading the letters.