Then extending his hand to the General he bade him farewell. General Worth, in taking leave, expressed the hope that they would have a pleasant journey, and find themselves happy in their western homes. They parted; the anchor was hauled up, the sails hoisted; and the unhappy emigrants soon cast their last lingering look upon the long-loved scenes of their childhood. They were hurried on their way as rapidly as wind and steam could propel the ships in which they embarked. They made a short stay at New Orleans; and in two weeks from the time they left Tampa Bay, they landed at Fort Gibson, and were conducted to the settlement made by their brethren who had previously emigrated. Here Wild Cat found himself in a new sphere. Respected and beloved by his followers for his gallant bearing; his undoubted courage; his devotion to the interests of his people; his truth and justice--distinguished above all others of his tribe by his warlike exploits, he was qualified and prepared to enter upon the trying scenes which awaited his future life. CHAPTER XXI. CLOSE OF THE WAR. Delegation from Emigrants return to Florida--Their efforts in favor of Peace--Pacific indications--Troops discharged--Indians and Negroes surrender--Foray of Captain Wade--Waxe Hadjo surrenders--Massacre at Mandarin--People of Georgia and Florida dissatisfied with General Worth--They insist on furnishing Troops--Gen. Worth refuses to employ Militia--General McDonald and Volunteers from Georgia take the field--Demand the withdrawal of the Regular Troops--They are withdrawn--Call for Provisions--General Worth refuses to furnish them--Militia disband--Tustenuggee Chapco surrenders--More Troops discharged--General Worth states the number of Enemy, and recommends cessation of Hostilities--Propositions rejected by Executive--Battle with Halec Tustenuggee--His character--His capture--He and his people sent West--President reconsiders General Worth's advice--Adopts the proposed policy--General Worth calls Council--Terms of Peace agreed upon--General Order--General Worth retires--War ended--Its object--Its cost--Number of lives sacrificed--Character of Indians and Exiles who remained in Florida. [Sidenote: 1841.]