They set off in such spirits as children have, old Wisconse leading soberly behind.
Clement was obliged to check the girl.
"Now don't go too fast. It is a long way up there. I warn you it is almost at timber-line."
But she paid small heed to his warning. She felt so light, so active, it seemed she could not tire.
For a time they followed the wide road which climbed steadily, but at last he stopped.
"Now here we strike the trail," he said. "You must go ahead, for I am to lead the horse."
"Not far ahead," she exclaimed, a little bit alarmed.
"Only two steps." He was a little amused at her. "Just so I will not tread on your heels."
"You needn't laugh. I know they hunt bears up here."
They climbed for some time in comparative silence.