14/26 They did not hang me, because of my calling. Afterwards I was kept a prisoner and forced to accompany the band in their expeditions. Now, with your permission, I will follow you, for I have no money and nowhere else to go in this wilderness, though I fear that I am not strong enough to be of much service, and being of another faith you will scarcely need my ministrations." "Very well, Father," answered Leonard coldly, "but please understand that we are still surrounded by many dangers, which any treachery might cause to overwhelm us. Therefore I warn you that should I detect anything of the sort my answer to it will be a quick one." "I do not think that you need suspect the Father, Mr.Outram," said Juanna indignantly. |