A step scarcely audible was followed by a noiseless leap.

On a boulder around which flowed streams of limpid water there alighted a young Indian.
He was of medium height and well-proportioned.

His hands and feet were rather small and delicate.

He carried his head erect with ease and freedom.

Jet-black hair, slightly waving, streamed loose over temples and cheeks, and was gathered at the back in a short thick knot.