The expression of his face revealed his intention to the Ashanti, who in an instant sprang upon him and hurled him to the ground.

Instantly a dozen hands seized him, and, in obedience to the general's order, fastened a bandage tightly across his mouth, and then bound him, standing against a tree, where he could observe what was going on.

The incident had occupied but a minute, and Frank heard the pant of the steam launch coming nearer and nearer.

Presently through the bushes he caught a glimpse of it, and then, as it came along, of the boats towing behind.

The Elminas and Ashantis were lying upon the ground with their guns in front of them.
The boats were but fifteen yards from the bank.