"The government has declared war on the Woongas and has sent up a company of regulars to wipe 'em out! They have been murdering and robbing as never before during the last two months.

The regulars start after them to-morrow!" He was breathing hard and excitedly.
"Can't you stay--and join in the campaign ?" he pleaded.
"I can't," replied Rod.

"I can't, Wabi; I've got to go home.

You know that.

And you're going with me.