He seemed to perceive by intuition the wisest course to adopt and that perception came to him the instant the demand for it appeared.
Rising to his feet and grasping his weapons, he strode to the middle of the group and astounded them by beginning his address in their native tongue.

He reminded them that that was proof he comprehended every word uttered by them.

He spoke as if grieved by their course, for he insisted he had never wronged any one of their tribe, but on the contrary had been their friend.

He then commanded them to leave the camp without delay or they would be riddled with bullets.
Carson's blue eyes flashed and his face was like a thunder cloud.

It was the Cheyennes who were surprised and they could but obey orders, though from their manner, it was clear the trouble was not yet ended.