Still, sir, if you volunteer for the work, I shall not feel justified in refusing the opportunity of acquiring information that may be of vital consequence to us.

When will you start ?" "In half an hour, sir.

I shall ride back to Richmond, obtain a disguise there, and then go round by train to Burksville Junction, and then ride again until I get round behind their lines.

Will you give me an order for my horse and myself to be taken ?" "Very well, sir," General Lee said.

"So be it! May God be with you on your way and bring you safely back!" Vincent rode off to his quarters.
"Dan," he said, "I am going away on special duty for at least three days.