No bullets from rival heights could reach them and the light would appear to their enemies as a beacon of defiance, a sort of challenge that was very pleasing to Robert's soul.

He basked in the glow and heat of the coals, ate bear meat and wild pigeon for a late supper, and discoursed on the strength of their natural fortress.
"The peak was reared here by Areskoui for our especial benefit," he said.

"It is in every sense a tower of strength, water even being placed in its side that we might not die of thirst." "And yet we cannot stay here always," said the Onondaga.

"Tomorrow we must think of a way of escape." "Let tomorrow take care of itself.

Tayoga, you're too serious! You're missing the pleasure of the night." "Dagaeoga loves to talk and he talks well.