He has a splendid figure, and looks more like a fighting man than a doctor.

I will write down his name, so as not to forget it, as he says he might be able to help me if I am ever taken prisoner again, and you did not happen to be with the army.

It is always nice having a friend.

Look at the difference it has made to me, finding a countryman here." "Yes, you may find it useful, Carstairs; and he has a good deal of influence.

Still, I think it probable that if you ever should get into a scrape again, you will be able to get tidings of me, for I am likely to be with the advanced division of our army, wherever it is, as I am in charge of its hospitals.
"You had better turn in now, for I suppose you will be starting early, and I have two or three patients I must visit again before I go to bed.