John smiled, as he observed them. "But do you notice that the point of the spear is covered?"
"I was about to ask the meaning of that," said Harry.
"This is the day of feasting and of sacrifices. The covered point indicates that there is peace; and that no one can commit an injury. I imagine the[p. 80] points will be uncovered quickly enough the moment they are ready for the sacrifices."
"I am more interested in the fact that they use the American colors. I wish we had one of the flags here. That idea has just struck me as being the proper thing." And George danced about at the scheme.
Harry was just as much affected now. "Why not consult Uraso and Muro, and bring over the big flag from the ship?"
John laughed at the idea. "A brilliant idea. The flag will be a big attraction, but I warn you that if you get it I shall have to insist that you must head the procession with it."
"Are we going to have a procession?"
"I believe that is the first thing on the list."
"But where is the procession going? Is it the custom to march along the principal streets and out along the boulevards?"
This idea was so laughable to Harry and Uraso and Muro, that they had a fit of laughter. The two Chiefs were just like boys, and entered in to the spirit of the undertaking with a vim that pleased the boys.