THE TALKING LEAVES.[2]
An Indian Story.
BY WILLIAM O. STODDARD.
Chapter XX.
s Steve walked away with Red Wolf, Many Bears at once turned his attention to Murray, and the great affairs to be decided by the chiefs and councillors.
The chiefs and warriors whose fame and rank entitled them to such a privilege soon gathered for the expected "talk."
Murray found himself regarded as an honored guest. Not only were his hosts indebted to him for past favors, but they were anxiously expecting more.
At first he merely listened as brave after brave replied to the mention of his name. He saw that only the very gray-headed men had anything to say in favor of peaceful action, and a prompt "getting away."
He was even surprised at the ardor with which many of the warriors declared their eagerness for a blow at the Lipans, and the good reasons they were able to give.