"To pass on to others the light that has been given to her; to make others happy and to light their pathway through life," was Harriet's ready response.
There were those in the circle who quickly caught the significance of the Chief Guardian's question. Many were now aware what reward was to be bestowed upon the Meadow-Brook Girl.
"Who bring to the hearth the wood and kindling?" questioned the Chief Guardian.
"The Wood Gatherers."
"Who place the sticks for lighting?"
"The Fire Makers." Harriet's replies were prompt, but given with some embarrassment.
"Who rubs together the tinder sticks and imparts the spark that produces the flame?"
"The Torch Bearer," answered Harriet in a low voice. Her face now seemed to be burning almost as hotly as was the council fire before her.
"What are the further duties of a Torch Bearer?"
"To act as a leader of her fellows in their sports and in their more serious occupations, to assist them in learning that work, that accomplishment, bring the greater joys of life; to assist the guardian in any and all ways," was the low-spoken reply.