It is really a great swelling at the back of the jaws on either side of the neck.

This swelling is made by the poison bags which communicate with their hollow fangs.

You'll see if you shoot the big gentleman I saw crawling back into his hole this morning.

I dare say he's out again now, to be in the hot sun.

Why, what's the matter, Master Nic ?" "Matter ?" "Yes, sir; you keep going off in a dreamy way, and not listening." Nic frowned and was silent.
"I beg your pardon, sir; it is like my impertinence to ask you.