But meanwhile, you and Mr.White would better rest here, a while.

You may have some scouting and skirmishing to do first.
We must feel our way." Ned and Obed now withdrew, and received the hospitality of the little town which was great, at least so far as food was concerned.

They longed for action, but the rest was really necessary.

Both body and spirit were preparing for greater deeds.

Meanwhile, Houston, the scouts and the Texan government went away, but Ned and Obed stayed, awaiting the call.
They knew that the signals had now passed through all Texas and they did not think that they would have to remain there long.
They heard soon that Houston's prediction in regard to Austin had come true.