It will be well to move secretly.

Do not mention the suspicions I have suggested to you.

And above all, avoid arousing any fresh panic." "It is understood." "You will be accredited to the Mayor of Morganton, who will assist you.

Once more, be prudent, Strock, and acquaint no one with your mission, unless it is absolutely necessary.

You have often given proofs of your intelligence and address; and this time I feel assured you will succeed." I asked him only "When shall I start ?" "Tomorrow." "Tomorrow, I shall leave Washington; and the day after, I shall be at Morganton." How little suspicion had I of what the future had in store for me! I returned immediately to my house where I made my preparations for departure; and the next evening found me in Raleigh.