The new government was being formed with speed and decision.

Jefferson Davis, it was said, would be President, and Stephens of Georgia would be Vice-President.
The time for departure to Montgomery drew near.

Harry and Arthur were in fine gray uniforms as members of the Palmetto Guards.

Arthur, light, volatile, was full of pleased excitement.

Harry also felt the thrill of curiosity and anticipation, but he had been in Charleston nearly six weeks now, and while six weeks are short, they had been long enough in such a tense time to make vital changes in his character.