They had crossed the Yellowstone the day before--the men and all the stock had got across safely. Newt had vomited so hard that he felt lightheaded, but even so, he noticed that Deets didn't look happy when he returned. She had smiled at him as he was mounting to leave. If he could just see such a dawn again he would know how to appreciate it.
Oh, no, Deets said. The men had talked about the Fort so much that Elmira had supposed it was a real town, but it was just a few scattered buildings, none in good repair. Well, go back and do what? Call asked. She didn't know what to make of it, but since she wasn't dressed, she didn't want to let him in.
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