noon
It was very warm , and they had to stop often to cool off and catch their breath . `` I do n't wonder that people in hot countries move slowly , '' said Dick . `` I feel more like resting than doing anything else . '' It was almost noon when they came in sight of the top of the hill . There were still some rough rocks to climb , and these they had to ascend by means of some vines that grew handy . `` What a magnificent view ! '' cried Dick .