As soon, however, as a messenger from Turenne brought him news that Prince Thomas had been defeated he continued his march towards Carignano.

He was speedily joined by Turenne's horse, which took up the duty of rear guard and checked the Spaniards, who were pressing on in hopes of attacking the French as they crossed the river.

He held them at bay until d'Harcourt had got all his guns and baggage wagons across the river, and then, following him, broke down the bridge and joined him at Carignano.

Here the army went into winter quarters.
D'Harcourt, whose health was bad, retired to pass the winter at Pinerolo, leaving the command in the hands of Turenne, who again established himself at Susa, and began to make preparations for throwing a convoy of provisions into the citadel of Turin.
During the fight at Santina Hector remained behind Turenne, while the two young Frenchmen, carried away by their ardour, joined in the hot pursuit of the enemy.

The prince, who had led the charge, had halted.
"Are you alone here, Monsieur Campbell ?" "Yes, sir." "Where are de Lisle and Chavigny ?" "They rode on with the cavalry, sir." Turenne frowned.
"You have done well to remain.