dandy sallied forth for a promenade--that being his

chief delight when there was no buffalo hunting to be

done. Other men who were not dandies sharpened

their knives, smoked, feasted, and mended their spears

and arrows at such seasons of leisure, or played at

athletic games.

"Let's follow my buck," said Joe Blunt.

"Oui. Come 'long," replied Henri, striding after the

rider at a pace that almost compelled his comrades

to run.