Henrich's desire to see the Sachem become a Christian was increased in the same measure that his hope of its accomplishment became less; for the more intimately he became acquainted with him, the more he found in his natural character that was interesting, and even estimable.

But the Sachem, though a heathen, was, in fact, no fanatic.

The Sachem was himself an Indian, and he well knew the Indian desire for retaliation and vengeance.