human
He's broke both his forelegs, Tom. There's only one thing to do with him, now.
gpt
I reckon so, Nick. You-all better do it.
human
Now, Tom, you go on after Emerson as fast as you can and I'll hoof it back to camp and get Bob's horse.
gpt
No, you-all jump on behind me, Nick, and we'll go on together. Emerson will need us both in the morning. If that crowd gets after him maybe he can stand 'em off till we-all get there. But he'll need us by daylight, Nick.
human
I 'low you're right, Tommy, but ain't you on that horse that always bucks at double?
gpt
Yes, but I reckon he'll have to pack double, if you and me fork him.
human
You bet he will! and Ellhorn leaped to the horse's back behind Tuttle.
gpt
Whoo-oo-ee-ee!