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Hugh and Dick came back. Something seemed to call them back, although no blow had been struck. The Man stood where they had left him, staring at nothing in particular. Apparently he was engaged in meditation.
"Thanking his gods because they have saved him from sudden death," muttered Grey Dick. "If he's got any gods! " he added doubtfully.