Noon
The day was quite clear , with the mercury still well below zero , but his heavy clothing kept him warm and comfortable . His great horse showed no signs of weariness . Apparently his sinews were made of steel . Noon came , but Dick did not seek any farmhouse for what was called dinner in that region . Instead he ate from his saddle bags as he rode on . He did not wish to waste time , and , moreover , he had taken his resolution . He would go near Pendleton .