"Ah! if we were to lose you, what would become of us ?" "Never fear, Kate; I will run into no needless danger.

I know how to take care of myself.

I am of opinion, that the Indian camp is broken up; they seldom stay long in one place.

I will go over the hills and examine the camp at a distance and the lake shore.

You and Louis may keep watch for my return from the big pine that we halted under on our way hither." "But, Hector, if the savages should see you and take you prisoner," said Catharine, "what would you do ?" "I will tell you what I would do.
Instead of running away, I would boldly walk up to them, and by signs make them understand that I am no scout, but a friend in need of nothing but kindness and friendship.