Warm greetings followed, and Frank said:
“Is there anything I could do to help you, colonel?”
“I think not,” replied the gallant officer. “I believe we shall drive them out very soon now.”
“I hope so.”
“If I am not mistaken the day of Cliff and his gang are numbered.”
“That is joyful news.”
“Yes.”
“I hope you will succeed.”
“Thank you.”
The colonel rode away and the voyagers watched the contest with interest.