midday
It was such a palpable truism that none was necessary . Two hundred miles of unbroken trail in prospect , with a scant six days ' grub for themselves and none for the dogs , could admit no other alternative . The two men and the woman grouped about the fire and began their meager meal . The dogs lay in their harnesses for it was a midday halt , and watched each mouthful enviously . ` No more lunches after today , ' said Malemute Kid . ` And we 've got to keep a close eye on the dogs -- they 're getting vicious . They 'd just as soon pull a fellow down as not , if they get a chance . '