human
Here, sir--mount, and let us be off, cried Bayou.
gpt
We owe it to my friend Henri, here, that we have our horses. The gentlemen from the country very naturally took the first that came to hand to get home upon. They say Leroy is gone home on a dray-mule. I rather expect to meet Toussaint on the road. If he sees the fires, he will be coming to look after me.
human
He cannot well help seeing the fires, replied Papalier.
gpt
They are climbing up the mountain-side, all the way along the Haut du Cap. We shall be singed like two porkers, if we do not ride like two devils; and then we shall be lucky if we do not meet two thousand devils by the way.
human
Do you suppose the road is safe, Henri? asked Bayou.
gpt
I know you will tell me truth.
human
Indeed, master, I know nothing, replied Henri.
gpt
You say you shall meet Toussaint. I will ride with you till you meet him, if you will. Our people all know him and me.
human
Do so, Henri. Do not wait to look for another horse. Jump up behind me. Mine is a strong beast, and will make no difficulty, even of your weight. Never mind your apron. Keep it for a flag of truce, in case we meet the enemy.