the thunder nor seen in the lightning," she
replied. "It is Okee whose fury against us is aroused, and who thus
turns blessings into curses, and good into evil. To him we pray that he
look not upon us with a frown, nor withhold the mercies that flow from
Manitou; that the rains may fall upon our maize, and the sun may ripen
it in the full ear; that he send the fat wild deer across my brother's
path, and ride on his arrow until it reach its heart; that he direct the
grand council in wisdom, and guide the tomahawk in its aim in battle.
But I have tarried too long, my brother may await my coming."

"Nay, but you shall not go--at least," said Virginia, "without something
for your trouble. You have nearly lost a day, already. And come often
and see me, Mamalis, and we will speak of these things again. I will
teach you that your Manitou is good, as well as the author of good; and
that he is love, as well as the fountain of love in others; that it is
to him we should pray and in whom we should trust, and he will lead us
safely through all our trials in this life, and take us to a purer
spirit land than that of which you dream."

Mamalis shook her head, but promised she would come. Then loading her
with such things as she thought she stood in need of, and which the poor
girl but seldom met with, except from the same kind hand, Virginia bid
her God speed, and they parted; Mamalis to her desolate wigwam, and
Virginia to her labours in the household affairs, which had devolved
upon her.[18]

FOOTNOTES:

[16] Fact.

[17] This was also the name of the only son of the great Powhatan, as
appears by John Smith's letter to the Queen, introducing the Princess
Pocahontas.

[18] In the foregoing scene the language of Mamalis has been purposely
rendered more pure than as it fell from her lips, because thus it was
better suited to the dignity of her theme. As for the creed itself, it
is taken from so many sources, that it would be impossible, even if
desirable, to quote any authorities. The statements of Smith and
Beverley, are, however, chiefly relied upon.

CHAPTER XI.

"And will you rend our ancient love asunder,
And join with men in scorning your poor friend."
_Midsummer Night's Dream._

While Virginia was thus engaged, she was surprised by hearing a light
step behind her, and looking up she saw Hansford pale and agitated,
standing in the room.

"What in the world is the