What is the life of a soldier to that of an officer ?" "I could not get across, even if I were alone.

At any rate, I am not going to desert you, now.

Let us keep quiet for an hour, then we shall be able to move on." An hour passed silently, and then Lisle asked: "How are you feeling, now ?" "I feel strong again, sahib." "Very well then, let us crawl on.".