All those of our own age in the army envied us who were of Cathelineau's scouts, and regarded our position as a great honour.

Even if we were willing to go back, we could not do so, and tell the others that we had left you and our comrades when you were about to undertake some perilous service.
"But we do not wish it.

We all desire to remain with you, and to follow wherever you may lead us, and to die in your service, if need be." Leigh shook them warmly by the hand.
"Bravely said, and I thank you heartily.

I am proud of my scouts, and am glad to see that my confidence in you is well founded.

Call the others up." After thanking these also, Leigh addressed the whole of them.
"Now, I will give you your orders.