about four P.M.
A little before midday the band halted on the bank of a small stream , shadowed by lofty trees , where they intended to wait till the great heat had passed over . The monk was not at all vexed at this delay , which enabled him to rest in the cool . During the halt Blue-fox did not once address him , and the monk made no attempt to bring on a conversation , as he much preferred enjoying a siesta . At about four P.M. the band mounted , and set out again ; but this time , instead of going at a walking pace , they galloped . The Indians , by the way , only recognize these two paces ; they consider trotting an absurdity , and we confess that we are somewhat of their opinion . The ride was long ; the sun had set for more than two hours , and still the Indians galloped . At length , at a signal from their Chief , they halted .