"Of course," said Frank. "You ought to be; you are one of Pierre's band. We are under obligations to you for what you have done for us."
"How did you find it out?" asked Arthur.
"Why, one of those Arabs you used to know in Patagonia, came up here, and told us how you acted while you were in that country, and we thought it best to keep an eye on you," answered Archie.
"See here, Benedict," said Johnny. "Have you forgotten that we told you to keep your distance?"
"No; but I generally go where I please," replied Arthur.
"You have done something worth boasting of, haven't you?"
"Well—yes; but I am not done with you yet. If I have any influence with Pierre—and I think I have—you'll not see home for a year—perhaps longer."
"Pierre! Pierre!" shouted Archie, suddenly. "I say, Pierre!"
"Well, what's the row?" asked that worthy, from his bed by the fire.