Part Three: Pages 414 - 450 Summary

Susana is too weak to even stand and falls off her horse, and Carson is not in much better shape. Even the horses are near panic from lack of water and losing the will to live. He tries to help Susana but falls himself, and the next thing he knows there are stars in the sky. He heads alone for the sound of the coyotes, Susana too weak to join him. Now and then, he can smell water, but isn't sure if he is hallucinating. After finding the water, he drinks and lets the horse drink before going back to Susana, who sobs with relief. They spend another day recuperating and regaining their strength. They explore the cave and find the remains of Montdragon himself and his mule, along with the saddle bags of "Montdragon gold", which...