I think I can hear Jumonville himself.

It sounds like the crush of boots.

Perhaps they are now seeking to lay an ambush." "Then it's time for us to fall back, Tayoga, both for our own sakes and for the sake of Colonel Strong's force." The two retreated quickly lest they be caught in an ambush, and gave warning to Elihu Strong that an attack was now probable, a belief in which they were confirmed by the report the scouts brought in presently that a creek was just ahead, a crossing always being a favorite place for an Indian trap.
"So be it," said Colonel Strong, calmly.

"We are ready.

If the Governor and Legislature of Massachusetts had done their full duty, we'd be twice as strong, but even as we are we'll force the passage of the creek." "You will find a body of the warriors on this side of the stream," said Tayoga.