Lawler's face was pale, but he grinned broadly at Shorty as the latter came up to him.
"I saw what was happening but I couldn't throw in with you.

I reckon Antrim hit me mighty hard.

In my right shoulder.

I was trying to change my gun to the other hand, when I dropped it.

I didn't seem to be able to get it again--just then." He grinned.