The news that the Americans were
coming upset all their plans, however, and now, as often before, they
were obliged to flee before them, leaving behind most of their
creature comforts in the way of food and furniture.
"What a life they must be leading," thought Archie to himself, "going
from one place to another, constantly endeavouring to hide from the
Americans. Now in some town, now in the wilderness, and again
venturing as near as possible to the boundaries of Manila." And he
could scarcely help admiring their courage, or recklessness, rather,
in camping so near the head of the American government, where they
might expect to be caught in a trap at any moment. But Archie
realised, too, that such an army can get away in a very short time,
and he began to have serious doubts as to whether the Americans would
ever be able to capture Aguinaldo and his men. For knowing the islands
perfectly, and being able to get from one point to another in the
easiest and quickest way, the rebels have a great deal in their
favour.
Selecting some canned beef and some native bread and cheese, Archie
managed to make a very good meal for himself, though he ate hurriedly
for fear some of the rebels might return. As soon as he had finished
he returned to his position on the roof, for there he knew that he
would be safe in case the building was entered by the townspeople.
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