They were still in the wilderness, racing between solid banks of green forest, and they frequently saw deer and bear drinking at the edge of the river, while the foliage was vivid with color, and musical with the voices of singing birds.
Robert had a great elation and he had reason to be satisfied with himself.

They had triumphed over the dangers of the gorge and savage siege, and he had sowed fruitful seed in the mind of Dayohogo, the powerful Mohawk chief.

He had also come to a realization of himself, knowing for the first time that he had a great gift which might carry him far, and which might be of vast service to his people.
Therefore, the world was magnificent and beautiful.

The air of forest and mountain was keen with life.

His lungs expanded, all his faculties increased in power, and his figure seemed to grow.