He saw them beckon to the warriors behind them, speak a few words to them, and then he saw two savage forces slip off in the forest, one to the right and one to the left.

On the instant he divined their purpose.

They were to flank the little white army, while another division stood ready to attack in front.

Then the ambush would be complete, and Henry saw the skill of the savage general whoever he might be.
The plan must be frustrated at once, and Henry Ware never hesitated.

He must bring on the battle, before his own people were surrounded, and raising his rifle he fired with deadly aim at one of the chiefs who fell on the grass.