Do you understand me ?" "I do.

But how do you counsel me to act ?" "As I intend acting myself--take departure from Chihuahua this very day.
Our roads are the same as far as Albuquerque, where you will be out of reach of this little danger.

I am returning thither from the city of Mexico, where I've had business with the Government.

I have an escort; and if you choose to avail yourself of it you'll be welcome to its protection." "Colonel Miranda, again I know not how to thank you.

I accept your friendly offer." "Reserve your thanks till I have done you some service beyond the simple duty of a gentleman, who sees another gentleman in a dilemma he had no hand in creating.