“I don’t look for any trouble. But I should like authority for one or two extra men.”
“Take anything you wish, Menard. I will get word over to the island at once, giving you all the authority you need.”
CHAPTER V.
DANTON BREAKS OUT.
When Menard reached the wharf, early on the following morning, he found Father Claude waiting for him. The new canoe lay on the wharf, and beside it was a heap of stores. Perrot and the two new engagés sat on the edge of the wharf. The sun had just risen over the trees on St. Helen’s Island, and the air was clear and cool.
“Well, Perrot,” said Menard, as he unslung his musket and horn, “is everything ready?”
“Everything, M’sieu.”
“Where is Guerin?”