They made it, only to be repulsed.
After a short conflict they were completely routed, and retreated in a manner that plainly expressed their intention to discontinue the campaign.
From that hour the young hunters never heard of them again.
Three days after the retreat of the Matabili our adventurers were introduced at the court of Ma-Mochisane by Macora, who made formal declaration of his fidelity to his new sovereign.
On the return of the chief from his long exile he was enthusiastically received by his countrymen,—the more as from his having incurred the resentment of the Matabili.
Chapter Thirty Eight.
A Talk about Home.
“I have a favour to ask of you, my friends,” said Hendrik, the day after they had been introduced at court. “I want a little information, if either of you can give it.”