"You will watch," the latter said; "but do you know the way to do it?"
"I confess—"
"Listen to me," the hunter interrupted him; "you must first—"
"Here is the chief," the young man exclaimed.
"Confusion!" Bright-eye growled. "Why could he not stop a few minutes longer? I am sure that red devil has some familiar spirit to warn him; but no matter, I have told you enough to prevent your being trapped by false friendliness; besides, I shall be there to support you."
"Thanks. When the time comes—"
"I will warn you; but it is urgent that you should now compose your countenance, and pretend to know nothing."
"Good; that's settled; here is our man. Silence."
"On the contrary, let us talk; silence is ever interpreted either well or ill, but generally in the latter sense. Be careful to reply in the sense of my questions."
"I will try."