The chief thought a moment, then turned to his son and said, “You may take Lodrix about the village, but do not go far, for Tevico will return at sunset.”
CHAPTER IX
THE RETURN
Just as the moon was rising Tevico came.
He was very tired, for his journey had been a long one, but he was glad to bring good news to his people and to Lodrix.
The Bear people had come together and were waiting for Tevico.
They were very glad to hear the message for it meant great wealth for them.
They would now have more bronze than any other land tribe.
“Lodrix must be sent home. We must have a messenger,” said the chief. “He must be very strong, for the bronze is heavy.”