We'll then be in real Canada, and, while the French are undoubtedly our enemies, we'll not be exposed to treacherous attack." They were in the canoe as they talked and Tayoga was paddling, the swiftness of the current now making the efforts of only one man necessary.

A few minutes later he turned the canoe to the shore and the three got out upon the bank.

Robert did not know why, but he was quite sure the reason was good.
"Falls below," said Tayoga, as they drew the canoe upon the land.

"All the river drops over a cliff.

Much white water." They carried the canoe without difficulty through the woods, and when they came to the falls they stopped a little while to look at the descent, and listen to the roar of the tumbling water.
"I was here once before, three years ago," said Willet.
"Others have been here much later," said the Onondaga.
"What do you mean, Tayoga ?" "My white brother is not looking.