As the men prepare to go outside, the Easterner and the cowboy are very nervous, but Scully and Johnnie are resolute and, with the Swede following, they go into the cold, windy, and very dark night that has just a hint of blue over the entire area. Initially, the wind is so strong they cannot hear each other talk, so the go around to the side of the building away from the wind.
The Swede bawls out that he doesn't have much chance against all of them, but Scully assures him that no one will interfere. Even with that, the Swede is not convinced he won't be fighting everyone. However, the arrangements are made and the two men square off. The Easterner feels like he is freezing to death, but the cowboy stands rigid,.....
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