The Huron almost invariably held his peace when walking, and the young soldier did not attempt to disturb him upon the present occasion.

From his remarks, he gathered that it was his wish to reach the neighborhood of the Shawnee village in a few hours, and wait until daylight before attempting to accomplish anything.

To carry out his intentions, it was necessary, in the first place, to see Hans Vanderbum, and secure his cooperation.

Fully aware of his astonishing sleeping qualities, the Huron knew he might as well try to wake a dead man as to secure an interview with him during the night.
An hour later the bank of the Miami was reached.

As they stood on the shore and looked down-stream, its clear surface, glistening brightly in the moonlight, could be seen as plainly as at noonday, until it disappeared from sight in a sweeping bend.