In a few months he would have to join his regiment, and before he left he must say goodbye to his friends....

Would Richard tell him Mrs.Forey's address?
he had heard she was somewhere by the sea.

Richard did not remember the address, but said he would willingly take charge of any letter and forward it.
Ralph dived his hand into his pocket.

"Here it is.

But don't let anybody see it." "My aunt's name is not Clare," said Richard, perusing what was composed of the exterior formula.