By, swift running Wabigoon would have another fair shot before the animal got out of range.

If that shot were a miss they would lose their game.

In a flash he discerned a break in the mountain.

If he could make that, and the bear turned in his direction-- Without further thought he ran toward the break.

He heard the sharp reports of Wabi's rifle behind him, but didn't stop to see the effect of the fire.