Then they seemed to fade from view.

The tall trees cast a dark shadow over the water and the horses had become lost in this obscurity.Col.Zane and Jonathan walked up and down the bank seeking to find a place which afforded a clearer view of the river.
"There they come," shouted Silas.
"Yes, I see them just swimming out of the shadow," said Col.

Zane.
"Both horses have riders.

Lewis, what can you make out ?" "It's Isaac and an Indian girl," answered Wetzel.
This startling announcement created a commotion in the little group.
It was followed by a chorus of exclamations.
"Heavens! Wetzel, you have wonderful eyes.

I hope to God you are right.