From time to time, boys had come in from the other roads.

One or two patrols, only, had gone out by each of the lanes on which they were posted.

It was evident that the main road was considered of the most importance, and it was probable that the greater portion of the enemy's force would move by it.
"Well, what is your news ?" Leigh asked, as his two lieutenants came down from the wood behind.

"I hope all has gone well with you." "Yes, captain," Andre replied; "we have had no difficulty.

The troops in the villages on the other side of the town did not even glance at us, as we went through; supposing, no doubt, that we belonged to the place.