But he closed it quickly and put it in his pocket.
During the long rest Jackson's face had become somewhat fuller, but the blue eyes under the heavy brows were as deep and thoughtful as ever.
He nodded to Harry and said: "You were present when General Stuart received the message that the enemy was advancing?
Was anything more ascertained at the time?
Did any other messenger come ?" "No, sir.

General Stuart mounted and rode at once.

I remained at the ball until its close.

No other messenger came there for him.

Of that I am sure." "Very well, very well," said Jackson to himself, rather than to the young lieutenant.