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 "I am called Tulip," she answered.

"But I read the name, 'Nathalie Norton,' in the cabin, last night, and was told by Fox Heart that it was yours," he said.

"Then, you know our folks?" she remarked, quickly.

"I do," he returned. "There were visitors with you last night, but you were wearied out and sleeping, so you were not called to join the company."

"The chief has got home," said Nattie; "I saw him sleeping on his mat this morning, when I awoke."

"Yes; are you glad?"

"Idon't know. Could you tell me whether his son came with him or not?"

"NattieNattie [sic] asked this question with averted eyes.

"He did," was the answer.

"Do you know him?"

"Yes; I may say that I have some acquaintance with Torch Eye."