I know from what Mr.Barker said that, although you make light of your expedition, it is a dangerous one.

He said the police had never ventured so far in the bush, and you may expect sharp fighting with the blacks." "We may have a brush with them," Reuben said lightly; "but do not be anxious about us.

We are a very strong party, and you need have no fear of the result.
"Goodbye, Miss Ellison; pray be careful till I return." The last words were said in an undertone, as he held her hand.
"Goodbye, Captain Whitney," she said.

"God bless you all, and bring you safely back." Two minutes later, the party rode off.

Jim was, like the rest, mounted, as they would travel fast.