“This seems possible, as they are making a pretty clean sweep.”
The force assisting the Brabos now made its way around to the right of the Illyas, and it was soon evident that the latter were beaten beyond all hope.
It thus turned out that the very plan, so apparently well selected on the part of John and Muro, was crushed by the defeat of the two tribes.
The runner which the Professor sent back to Uraso and Ralsea did not return. He should have been back before noon.
Calling one of the principal warriors he questioned him:
“Did you know the direction and distance that the runner went?”
“Yes; to the north.”
“Do you know what time he should have returned?”
“He should have been here when the sun was up there,” and he pointed to the position of the sun which was well before the noon hour.
“Can you send a fast runner there?”