When nearly opposite each other, the war-canoe paused while that which contained the four Miamis went over to it, somewhat after the manner that two friendly ships come to anchor in the midst of the ocean, and exchange congratulations and news.
During the interview, Heigon prudently kept at a safe distance, but from the gesticulations and words of the Shawnees it was evident they were making inquiries in regard to the inmates of his boat.

The replies proved satisfactory, for a moment later, the canoes separated, and each party proceeded on his way.

Little did the Shawnees dream that the very foe for whom they were searching--he whose scalp was worth that of a hundred warriors, whose death they would have nearly given their own life to secure--little did they dream, we say, that this very man was within a few rods of them--so close that he recognized the features of every one of their number! Several miles further, and Oonomoo spoke to Heigon.

They were now in the vicinity of the Shawnee village, and he wished to land.

Heigon instantly turned the prow of his canoe toward shore, and the others, understanding the cause, followed.