Such a man, she thought, was not a fit master or companion for her son, and she was very anxious to have me go with some other wagon-master; but I still insisted upon remaining with Simpson.
"Madam, I can assure you that Lew.

Simpson is one of the most reliable wagon-masters on the plains," said Mr.Russell, "and he has taken a great fancy to Billy.

If your boy is bound to go, he can go with no better man.
No one will dare to impose on him while he is with Lew.

Simpson, whom I will instruct to take good care of the boy.

Upon reaching Fort Laramie, Billy can, if he wishes, exchange places with some fresh man coming back on a returning train, and thus come home without making the whole trip." This seemed to satisfy mother, and then she had a long talk with Simpson himself, imploring him not to forget his promise to take good care of her precious boy.