I have to take a ride over the ranch before turning in, to see if everything's right.

The house is 'at your disposition,' as we say here.

I'll see you later." He walked away with a slight exaggeration of unconcern.

Ezekiel watched him narrowly with colorless eyes beneath his white lashes.

When he had gone he examined the thoroughly emptied glass of aguardiente, and, taking the decanter, sniffed critically at its sharp and potent contents.