Mr.Shepard, show General Sheridan the map." It was characteristic of Colonel Winchester, a man of the finest feelings, that he should have Shepard instead of himself carry the map to General Sheridan.

He wanted the spy to have the full measure of credit, including the outward show, for the triumph he had achieved with the aid of his sister.

And Shepard's swift glance of thanks showed that he appreciated it.

He drew the map from his pocket and handed it to the general.
Sheridan held it down, where the full glow of the flames fell upon it, and he seemed to comprehend at once the meaning of the lines.

A great light sprang up in his eyes.
"Ah!" he exclaimed.