"That is where you made a big mistake," Teddy added. "We insist on doing our full share."
"Very well, if Poyor is asleep when Jake goes off duty one of you shall be called."
It was arranged that they should sleep near the entrance where the sentinel could awaken them if necessary, without making a noise, and after the weapons were examined once more to make certain they were in good working order, all save Cummings made a business of going to sleep.
The Indian did not give any one an opportunity of awakening him. At the expiration of an hour, just as Cummings was thinking it time to call Jake, he arose and peered cautiously out through the opening.
"Why did you get up so soon?" Cummings asked. "You need rest, and there is nothing to prevent your sleeping until noon if you feel so disposed."
"There is much work to be done," he replied gravely. "When the sun rises I must examine the trail to make sure it is not too plain."
"It will be another hour before daylight."
"By sitting here I shall be ready to go as soon as it is light."
"I do not think you are giving me the true reason," and Cummings ignited a match that he might see the Indian's face.
"You must not do that," he said quickly, as he clasped his hand over the tiny flame. "It is unwise so near the entrance."