The Indian Scout, by Gustave Aimard [Tr. by Sir F.C.L. Wraxall].

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated.1861 Excerpt: ... almost close to them--It is I, Don Miguel said to him. And I, Brighteye added. The Comanche. Chief fell back in a state of stupefaction impossible to describe. The grey-head here! he exclaimed. CHAPTER XXXIX. THE GBEAT MEDICINE. As we have stated, Marksman, after leading Red Wolf to the door of the temple, and seeing him retire, reentered the sanctuary, closing the door after him. The Comanche Chief was awaiting him, with shoulder leaning against the wall, and folded arms. Thanks for your help, Chief, he said; without you I was lost. For a long time, the Indian replied, Flying Eagle was hearing, though invisible, his brother's conversation with Red Wolf. Well, we have got rid of him for a long time; I hope, now, nothing will occur to mar our plans or prevent their success. The warrior shook his head in contradiction. Do you doubt it, Chief? the hunter asked. I doubt it more than ever. Why so, when everything is going on as well as we can desire, when all obstacles are levelled before us? Och! obstacles ttre levelled, but others greater and more difficult to overcome arise immediately. I do not understand you, Chief. Have you any ill news to tell me? If so, speak quickly, for time is precious. My brother shall judge, the Chief said, simply. Then turning half away, he clapped his hand thrice. D D As if this inoffensive signal had the power to call up phantoms, two men instantaneously emerged from the shadow, and appeared before the hunter's astonished eyes. Marksman looked at them for a moment, and then clasped his hand with surprise, muttering, Brighteye and Don Miguel here! Mercy! what will become of us? Is that the way you receive us, my friend? Don Miguel asked, affectionately. In Heaven's name what have you come here for?...