And, old man," he continued, with a bright smile, "when Myeerah and I come again to Ft.

Henry we expect to find all well with you.

Cheer up, and good-bye." All the preparations had been made for the departure of Isaac and Myeerah to their far-off Indian home.

They were to ride the Indian ponies on which they had arrived at the Fort.Col.Zane had given Isaac one of his pack horses.

This animal carried blankets, clothing, and food which insured comparative comfort in the long ride through the wilderness.
"We will follow the old trail until we reach the hickory swale," Isaac was saying to the Colonel, "and then we will turn off and make for the river.