As the night wore on the place seemed to become more lonely.
"Might as well go to bed," said Dave, at last.

"We need a good rest." "Anybody going to stay on guard ?" asked the senator's son.
"Do you think it necessary, Roger ?" "I don't know." "What do you say, Phil ?" "I am too sleepy now to remain on guard," answered Phil.

"You can do so if you wish." "Oh, what cheek!" murmured Roger.

"All right, we'll all turn in and chance it." "Let's fix the fire first," said Dave.

"A blaze usually helps to keep away wild beasts." "Oh, if any come, I reckon the horses will give us warning," said Phil.
"We can tie them close by." And this plan was carried out.
Some cedar boughs had been strewn on the floor of the tent, and on these the chums laid down, and did their best to go to sleep.