N^o 6

You invited me to Your Camp[.] I came with an open heart – and brought peace with me – but You will see me return on foot[.] My heart full of anger[.] I do not mean to praise myself nor reproach You[.] I wish simply to know whether you are for War or for Peace? Speak Shayans[!]"

"We know you well, replied the Shayanns, We did not invite You in anger[.] The Discord You see originated with ourselves[.] When that discord is over we shall talk to you[.] Go home in Peace! take Your time – and fear not the Shayanns!"

At this conclusion the parties wheeled about and turned their backs upon one another[.] Thus Ended a very serious misunderstanding which caused to us no small degree of alarm[.] After advancing towards home a few leagues we encamped and next day we arrived at the Villages after a disagreeable absence of four days[.]

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