"We have not a moment to lose, if we wish to foil the enemy's plans," said Don Martial in support of his suggestion.
"The more so as we have to take certain measures which it would be as well to determine as soon as possible," Belhumeur remarked.
The Indian and the lepero contented themselves with giving their assent through a nod.
"Now let us arrange a meeting place," Louis went on to say. "You can not wait for me here, as the Indians know where to find you."
"Yes," Belhumeur replied thoughtfully, "but I do not know the country where we now are, and I should be quite troubled to find a fitting spot."
"I know one," Eagle-head said. "I will lead you to it: our pale brother will join us again there."
"Very good, but for that purpose I must know the spot."
"My brother need not trouble himself about that. When he leaves the great cabin I shall be near him."
"Very good—all right. Good-by till we meet again."
Louis saddled his horse and started off at a gallop in the direction of the hacienda, which was about three musket shots from the camping place.