Hayoue, although very young, was one of these observers; but none saw more and penetrated deeper into the real state of affairs than Topanashka.

He and the Hishtanyi Chayan, who to some extent was his trusty friend, felt that a tempest was coming.
Both saw that the disturbing powers were rooted in the society of the Koshare, that Tyope and the Naua must be the leading spirits.

But how and to what ultimate end the machinations were intended escaped their penetration.

For the same reason they could not come actively to the relief of the situation, as no overt action had as yet been committed which would justify an official movement against the conspirators.
Topanashka had for several days been keeping the informal fast upon which he had determined for the benefit of his grandson's wooing.

It was a warm, pleasant afternoon.