The plant was not cultivated near the upper Rio Grande at that time, and had to be obtained from the far south by barter.

Many journeys distant, Pueblo Indians lived also, and thither the Queres went at long intervals to trade and to hunt the buffalo on the southwestern plains.
Topanashka also was pleased with the suitor.

In due course of time Zashue Tihua and Say Koitza, therefore, became man and wife.
[Illustration: Rito de los Frijoles A cliff estufa of the Snake-Clan] Zashue proved to be a good husband, according to Indian ideas.

He worked and hunted dutifully, providing the storerooms of Tanyi Hanutsh with supplies of which his wife, and through her he also, enjoyed the benefit.

He spun cotton and wove it into wraps, scarfs, and sashes.
Furthermore, he was always good-natured and merry.