They had make-believe torches with which they were pretending to frighten the fierce bear.
They all stopped and looked at Rago and Goni and their mother, who had baby sister in her arms.
Baby sister began to cry when she saw so many people.
Goni clutched Rago’s arm.
“I am afraid, Rago,” said Goni.
Rago was frightened also. He didn’t go very near the fire.
“You need not be afraid,” said the leader. “The fire is our friend. It will not hurt you.”
The children ran toward Rago and Goni and pushed them toward the fire.
“It will not hurt you,” they cried.
“It will keep you warm, and protect you from the wild beasts.