Epilogue
From inside the fort a commotion was heard; the settlers were also screaming loudly.
The Boones and Mingo quickly realized what it was all about. Daniel Boone was coming forward, leaving the fort to greet Mingo.
Mingo walked straight through the fort doors, alone yet proud, tall, and ready to fight his best friend.
Mingo approached Daniel, extended his arm in the greeting of warrior. Daniel shook arms with him, wishing more than anything to hug the proud man. Daniel would not dishonor him come the morrow.
For suddenly, Daniel saw Mingo for what he was.
He was Cherokee.
Mingo would remind him of that in battle.
Daniel would not forget.
Trust would prevail. Yes, trust.
The End.