See, sir, how fast the Johnnies are spreadin' their tents an' runnin' to shelter." "It's so, sergeant," said Colonel Winchester.

"I was so much absorbed in watching those men that I thank you for reminding me.

We've seen enough anyway and we'd better get back as fast as we can." They hurried through the trees and bushes toward their horses, taking no particular pains now to deaden their footsteps, since the Southerners themselves were making a good deal of noise as they took refuge.
But the storm was upon them before they could reach their horses.

The last star was gone and the somber clouds covered the whole heavens.

The wind ceased to moan and the air was heavy with apprehension.