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Speed grinned. "Not in a thousand years, my friend. Dillon's

ranch ain't to be found, except by them that know every pocket of

these hills like their own back yard. I'll guarantee you couldn't

find it in a month, unless you had a map locating it."

"Must be in that Lost Valley, which some folks say is a fairy

tale," the ranger said carelessly, but with his eyes on the

other.

The cattleman made no comment. It occurred to Fraser that his

remark had stirred some suspicion of him. At least, it suggested

caution.

"If you're through with your breakfast, I'll take back the

dishes," Speed said dryly.