I always load my own weapon, and just now I am anxious to shoot straight," and he looked across at me sneeringly.
If it was his purpose by all this theatrical display to affect my nerves, he failed utterly, as instead, the very expression of his face brought me back to a fighting spirit.

Hardy saw this, and smiled grimly.
"Step this way a moment, Bell," he said quietly, "while we arrange details.

I reckon those two game-cocks will wait until we are ready." The two officers moved away a dozen paces and stopped in the shadow of the trees, conversing earnestly.

I endeavored to keep my eyes off from Le Gaire, and remain cool.

It seemed to me I saw every movement of a leaf, every dropping of a twig, yet could scarcely realize the position I was in.