But the terrible Stonewall gave them no chance to dally in that pleasant place.

Staunton was left far behind and they never stopped until they went into camp on the side of another range of mountains.
Here in a great forest they built a few fires, more not being allowed, and after a hasty supper most of the men lay down in their blankets to rest.

But the young officers did not sleep.

A small tent for Jackson had been raised by the side of the Invincibles, and Harry, sitting on a log, talked in low tones with Langdon and St.Clair.The three were of the opinion that some blow was about to be struck, but what it was they did not know.
"The Yankees must have lost us entirely," said Langdon.

"To tell you the truth, boys, I've lost myself.