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"But the trail ends here," pointed out Rance, at the same time looking hard at the Girl.

The leverage was very great, but Rance brought the boat about and headed her for the town nearly three miles away.

Rance chuckled mirthlessly; it seemed to suit his sardonic humour to taunt his helpless rival.

As there was no moon, and it was almost impossible to see a step before them, Rance called a halt.