I shall steal up.

When I am close, I shall make a noise like the hiss of a snake.

If my men are both there, they will repeat the sound.

If they are not, and one comes forward to look for and kill the snake, I shall slay him before he has time to utter a sound.

If the other runs forward at the sound of his fall, I shall kill him, also.
"If no alarm is given, you can come forward and speak to your cousin.