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 brusquely. "Hardships, dangers, long weeks in the rough wilderness—enough to try the body and soul of a strong man."

"I am strong," she replied. "I am not afraid. I will go."

Almayne slapped Lachlan between the shoulders.

"By Zooks!" he exclaimed. "You were right, lad, after all."