They turned back again to the fire.
"My young men no take cattle," said the Chief with haughty pride.
"Maybe so," said Cameron, "but some of your party have, Running Stream, and the Commissioner will look to you.

You are in command here.

He will give you a chance to clear yourself." The Indian shrugged his shoulders and stood silent.
"My brother is not doing well," continued Cameron.

"The Government feed you if you are hungry.

The Government protect you if you are wronged." It was an unfortunate word of Cameron's.