A dozen warriors appeared coming out of the north, and they were welcomed with shouts by the others.
"Hurons, I think," said Willet.

"Yes, I'm sure of it.

They've undoubtedly sent away for help, and it's probable that other bands will come about this time." He reckoned right, as in half an hour a detachment of Abenakis came, and they too were received with approving shouts, after which food was given to them and they sat luxuriously before the fires.

Then three runners arrived, one from the north, one from the west, and one from the east, and a great shout of welcome was uttered for each.
"What does it mean ?" Wilton asked Robert.
"The runners were sent out by De Courcelles and Tandakora to rally more strength for our siege.

They've returned with the news that fresh forces are coming, as the exultant shout from the warriors proves." The young Philadelphian's heart sank.