Did one ever hear of such things! However, Hector, lad, I congratulate you with all my heart, and I am as glad as if it had been a bairn of my own that had had your good fortune.

Now, in what can I help you about the four men?
What sort of men do you want ?" "I want four good men and true, sergeant, men that I can rely upon.

I shall want them to ride with me in the field as orderlies, for I have been appointed to the command of an infantry regiment.

Of course, I should like young and active men, but that they should be steady and accustomed to arms is still more important." "I know but few men outside the regiment," the sergeant said.

"The laddies like to have the place to themselves, and I don't encourage others about; but if you can do with good men who have somewhat passed their prime, but are still capable of service and handy with their arms, I know just the men that will suit you.