They leaped from their horses and saluted.
"Well ?" said General Thomas.
"The enemy is advancing upon us in full force, sir," replied Captain Markham.
"You scouted thoroughly ?" "We saw their whole army upon the road." "When do you think they could reach us ?" "About dawn, sir." "Very good.

We shall be ready.

You and your men have done well.

Now, find food and rest.

You will be awakened in time for the battle." Dick walked away with his friends.