He even knew that it was you, and announced your coming through the mists and vapors." "Tayoga of the clan of the Bear, of the nation Onondaga, of the great League of the Hodenosaunee, is a great warrior, and the greatest trailer in the world, even though he be so young." Tayoga said nothing, and his face did not move, but his eyes gleamed.
"Do you come alone ?" asked Robert.
"The warriors who were with me when you met us in the woods are at hand," replied the chief, "and they await my signal.

They have crept past the line of Sharp Sword, though Tandakora and many men watched, and are not far away.

I will call them." He sent forth twice the harsh cry of a water fowl.

There was no answer, but he did not seem to expect any, standing at attention, every line of his figure expressing supreme confidence.

The others shared his belief.
"I hear them.