time out here looking around, even if it didn't pay."
"We are very glad you came and that we found you," answered Paul. "I am sorry for only one thing, that Allen is not here to meet you."
"I am in no hurry to continue my journey; indeed, I do not see how I can without a horse. If you wish I will remain here until your brother returns."
"You are right welcome to do that," cried Chet. "As for not having a horse, you are no worse off than ourselves, for we are with out an animal of any kind, outside of the cattle."
"Then, being equally bad off, we ought to make good friends," smiled Noel Urner. "I shall like staying on a ranch for a few days first rate, and you can rely on my giving you all the assistance in my power when it comes to finding out the fate of your uncle."
"We can't do anything until Allen returns," sighed Paul.
"Then we will hope that your brother returns speedily, and with good news."
