Willet looked after him thoughtfully, and then resumed his pacing to and fro.
They made an early start at dawn of a bright hot day, crossed the ford, and resumed their long march through the forest which under the light wind now rustled continually with the increasing dryness.
But the company was joyous.

The wounded were put upon the pack horses, and the others, young, strong and refreshed by abundant rest, went forward with springing steps.

Robert and Tayoga walked with the three Philadelphians.

Colden already knew the quality of the Onondaga, and respected and admired him, and Wilton and Carson, surprised at first at his excellent English education, soon saw that he was no ordinary youth.

The five, each a type of his own, were fast friends before the day's march was over.