He felt a measure of relief because all doubts were gone now.

He was sure that he was followed, but by whom?
He knew that his danger had increased manifold.

Some Southern scout or skirmisher had discovered his presence and, in such a quest, the trailer had the advantage of the trailed.

Yet he did not hesitate.

He knew his general direction and, shifting the pistols from the saddle-holsters to his belt he again urged his horse forward.
When they came to good ground he walked, leading his mount, as the animal was much exhausted by the effort the marshes needed.