"I'd be willing to sacrifice my pride in that respect if I could have carried off some of their bear steaks and venison." "Come on," said Willet, "and I'll see that you're satisfied.

I'm beginning to feel as you do, Robert." Nevertheless he marshaled them forward pretty sternly and they pursued a westward course for many miles before he allowed a halt.

Even then they hunted about among the rocks until they found a secluded place, no fire being permitted, at which it pleased Robert to grumble, although he did not mean it.
"We were better off last night when we had our little fire in the hollow," he said.
"So we were, as far as the body is concerned," rejoined Willet, "but we didn't know then where the Indian camp lay.

We've at least increased our knowledge.

Now, I'm thinking that you two lads, who have been awake nearly all night and also the half of the morning that has passed, ought to sleep.