17/36 They sped on for a long time, and when they stopped they were close to the shores of the lake, the water showing dimly through the trees. "I'm certain not one of those warriors was able to get by the Mohawks, and it's not likely that an enemy is within several miles of us. Can you hear anything, Tayoga ?" "Nothing," replied the Onondaga. "Tododaho, on his star, tells me that we have this part of the forest to ourselves." "That being so, we'll stay here a long time. Lads, you might unroll your blankets and make the best of things." Grosvenor's blanket had not been taken from him when he was a prisoner, and it was still strapped on his back. |