The Russians, though inferior in numbers, defended themselves obstinately, and continually received reinforcements of bodies of men, running up from all sides.

In five minutes the Swedes cleared the works of them, but, as they prepared to advance again, they saw a large body of horse riding down to bar their advance, while numbers of footmen were running to occupy some intrenchments ahead of them.

Trumpets were sounding to the right, left, and rear.
"We cannot force our way farther," the major said to Charlie.

"We knew nothing of these works, and they are fatal to our enterprise.
We must retreat while we can.

Do you not think so ?" "Yes, sir, I think the enterprise is quite hopeless." The order was given.