He could hardly think to bet for watching Lorie's arms and her firm lips. He couldn't see him because it was dark, and of course Deets was dark, but he lost the floating feeling and walked easier, though he was a little scared. On their way to the lots Call tried to think of something to say, but he was at a loss. He had resented many of the men throughout the whole trip because of their casual talk about Lorie and saw no reason for elaborate goodbyes.
She saw to it that Joe drew another bucket of water before he left, and then jumped on July for nearly forgetting his jaundice medicine. The woman, who was watching him intently, seemed to read his mind. When they had first come to Texas in the Forties people had talked of nothing but Travis and his gallant losing battle, but the battle had mostly been forgotten and the building neglected. Lorena didn't understand their gabble, but it was clear some wanted to gamble and some didn't.
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