I understand that we're planning some movement.

I don't know what it is, but I'm to wait here until it's over.

Good-by, Mr.Mason.

Since things are closing in it's possible that you and I will see more of each other than before." "Of course, when I'm personally conducted by you on that trip into Richmond." Shepard, who had left the portico, turned and shook a warning finger.
"Dismiss that absolutely and forever from your mind, Mr.Mason," he said.
Dick laughed, and watched the stalwart figure of the spy as he strode away.

Again the singular ease and lightness of his step struck him.
To the lad's fancy the grass did not bend under his feet.