|
The excerpt represents the core issue or deciding factor on which you must meditate, and is drawn from Bucky O'Connor by William MacLeod Raine: strike the trail to the mine. None too soon for as he stepped
upon it, breathing heavily from his climb, Reilly swung round a
curve and whipped his weapon to his shoulder. The man fired
before York could interfere and stood watching tensely the result
of his shot. He was silhouetted against the skyline, a beautiful
mark, but Neil did not cover him. Instead, he spoke quietly to
the other.
"Was it you that killed Phil, Reilly?"
The man whirled and saw Neil for the first time. His answer was
instant. Flinging up his rifle, he pumped a shot at York.
Neil's retort came in a flash. Reilly clutched at his heart and
| 
