human
It hurts, _señor_, she said, satisfied.
gpt
Well, to hurt you a little is better than what you planned for me. Now lead on. No, listen first. I know who you are and your power here. That is why we took this chance of making you prisoner. We are desperate; it is either your life, or ours, _señor_. You are an outlaw, with a price on your head, and you realise what chances one will take to escape. Now there is just one opportunity given you to live.
human
What, _señorita_?
gpt
That you accompany us down this passage into the valley as hostage. You will compel your men, if we encounter any, to furnish us horses.
human
But the men may not obey. I cannot promise; Señor Cateras----
gpt
Señor Cateras will not be there, she interrupted sharply.
human
We have already seen to Señor Cateras. The others will obey you?
gpt
They may; I cannot promise.
human
Then it will be your own loss; for if there be a shot fired, you will get either a bullet or a knife thrust. I would try no sharp tricks, Señor Mendez. Now we go on.