We have to take a zig-zag course, you see, said the guide.

But before a word could be said the guide came running towards them.

Then said the guide, We shall he out by and by.

I don't think I know what that is, said the guide.

We're quits then, said the guide, extending his hand, which Tad grasped warmly.

It comes on fast, and the grass here is very long, said the guide.

I wish the signorina joy of her prize, said the guide, half to himself.

You will find plenty of level ground there for your purpose, said the guide.

Perhaps we may even explore some if we come across any, said the guide.

Come, man, said the guide, be not so hot; here is none but friends!

It is low, said the guide, who works for a tourism company called Wild Frontiers.

The river, said the guide, was of no importance, and the journey was not worth while.

Then said the guide, Look to your feet, for you shall presently be among the snares.

Then said the guide, Do you hear him?

He said the guide was about setting limits which were appropriate for the risks on each road.

I guess maybe he sank: to fool the alligator, said the guide, an educated Indian named Ramo.