I could have got leave to go over and see her there." "Where exactly are they now ?" asked Monck.
Tommy explained to the best of his ability.

"Srinagar seems their nearest point of civilization.

They are camping in the wilderness, but they will have to move before long.

Dacre's leave will be up, and they must allow time to get back.

Stella talks as if they are fixed there for ever and ever." "She is enjoying it then ?" Monck's voice still sounded as if he were thinking of something else.
Tommy made grudging reply.