Do you think you can pass them?
They are nearly in your track." "As we entered the prairie, Captain; but my route will lie past this motte to the left." "That will give you several points.

Do not stop a moment after you have mounted, or they will take the hint and intercept you." "With the red horse there will be no danger, Captain." "Leave your gun; take these pistols.

Ha! you have a pair in the holsters.

See if they are loaded.

These spurs--so--cut loose that heavy piece from the saddle: the cloak, too; you must have nothing to encumber you.