"I think we'll find this one clear.

Besides, Colonel Hertford is sure to send a scouting party ahead tonight.

But if you don't mind taking a little advice from an old trooper, sir, I'd lie on the grass and sleep while we're here.

An hour even will do a lot of good." Dick followed his advice gladly and thanked him.

He was always willing to receive instruction from Sergeant Whitley, who had proved himself his true friend and who in reality was able to teach men of much higher rank.
He lay down upon the brown grass, and despite all the noise, despite all the excitement of past hours, fell fast asleep in a few minutes.