There was a rainfall there last week. That
will give you water at the end of each day's drive."
I returned to my rooms and looked over an itinerary of the route, with
a schedule of the distances, and other useful information. After
making myself familiar with all its peculiarities, I told Frank and
Henry that if they desired to do so they might accompany me.
They were overjoyed at the prospect. Henry caught Vic by the forepaws
and began to waltz about the room. Then, sitting down, he held her
head up between his palms and informed her that she was going to bring
back Sancho and Chiquita.
"I do not intend to take Vic, Henry," I said.
"Not take Vic? Why not, sir?"
"The road is long and weary--six days going and six returning, over a
rough and dry region--and she will be in the way and a constant care
to us."
"But how are we going to find our horses without her? She always helps
whenever we are in trouble, and she will be sure to assist us in this
if we take her," said Sergeant Henry, emphatically.
"She need be no care to you, sir," said the elder boy; "Henry and I
will look after her.
Pages:
149
150
151
152
153
154
155
156
157
158
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
166
167
168
169
170
171
172
173