My knowledge that you're going there is the reason why I've come here this morning." "How is that ?" asked Robert "Because I received orders last night to depart in the _Frontenac_ for Quebec, a journey that I undertake with great willingness, since it takes me where I wish to go.

I have also the authority of the commandant to ask your presence as guests for the voyage on board my vessel.

Until we French and you English actually go to war we might as well be friends." Robert glanced at Tayoga and Willet and they nodded slightly.

Then he replied warmly that they accepted the invitation and would go with much pleasure in the _Frontenac_.

After breakfast they sold the canoe and embarked presently, having first said goodby to Monsieur Jolivet, who with his best napkin, waved them farewell.
Robert was more than pleased at their good luck.