The process of "pitching camp" was now considerably simplified, as they had lost not only their tent, but several of their camp utensils.
What had induced the javalies to attack the mule?
This was the subject of conversation with our adventurers, as soon as they had fairly cooled from their race.

They knew that these creatures rarely make an assault in such a manner without provocation.

But it was likely Jeanette had given them this.

No doubt they had been wandering about in search of food, and lighted upon the turkeys, that Lucien and Basil in their haste had left lying upon the ground.

The wild-hogs are not particular as to their food.