He discarded the uniform for the deerskin of the trapper.

But the Chevalier made no friends among the inhabitants; and when not on duty he was seen only in the company of Victor, the vicomte and Brother Jacques, who was assisting him in learning the Indian languages.

Brown he grew, lithe and active as the enemy he watched and studied.

Never a complaint fell from his lips; he accepted without question the most hazardous duty.
"Keep your eye upon Monsieur le Chevalier," said De Lauson; "for he will count largely before the year is gone." As for Victor, he was more or less indifferent.

He was perfectly willing to fight the Indian, but his gorge rose at the thought of studying him as an individual.