But when I had made my report to the marshal, and begged that a surgeon should be sent instantly to aid the count, I fainted from loss of blood; and it was some days before I was able to ride out to pay my respects to the countess." "And now, tell me about your escape from Spielberg." This Fergus did.
"It was well managed, indeed," laughed the count.

"You seem to be as ready with your wits as with your sword, and to have provided against every emergency.

It was fortunate that you had hidden away those gold pieces, with your letters; for otherwise you could hardly have got those clothes from the postmaster.

It was a bold stroke, indeed, to use her majesty's uniform and the imperial post to further your escape.
"Now we must think in what way I can best aid you.

You will require a stout horse, a disguise, and a well-filled purse.