They tell a lot of stories about him, but the one most common
is that he's waiting till he gets one hundred thousand dollars before
starting on a tour of revenge.
"He told me himself, however, that when he had accumulated that amount
he was going to find a man. But more than that he wouldn't say.
"If I were you, I wouldn't ask too many questions."
During the conversation they had covered so much ground that the roofs
of Fairfax village were visible in the distance and as he noticed this,
the agent drew rein, saying:
"I didn't realize we had come so far. You'd better go back, Bob. Suppose
you can find the way?"
"Sure. If I can't Chester will show me, won't you, old boy?"
And in answer, as though he had understood perfectly, the dog started
off in the direction of the ranch.
"I reckon you'll be safe with him," commented the agent. "Take care of
yourself, Bob. And come over to see me when you can. By the way, has
John said where he was going to send you?"
"Yes, over near Red Top, with his short-horns.
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