The whole party joined us in the hut at supper, which, thanks to the diligence of Mike and Quambo, was quickly prepared.  The old trapper had many anecdotes to tell, and many a wild adventure to recount, which, I saw, was greatly interesting to Reuben.  Ashatea spoke but little, though I could see, by her quick glance, that she understood much, if not all, that was said.