Stanley was very pleased that the two officers were going with him, as it took away the feeling of shyness he felt, at the thought of presenting himself in staff uniform at the general's.
Sir Archibald Campbell put him at ease, at once, by the kindness with which he received him.

Stanley began to apologize for his dress, but the general stopped him, at once.
"I intended, of course, that you should wear it, Mr.Brooke.I am sure that you would not find a dress suit in the camp.

However, we will make matters all right, tomorrow.

Judging from what you said that, as you cannot join your uncle at present, you would be willing to remain here, your name will appear in orders, tomorrow morning, as being granted a commission in the 89th, pending the arrival of confirmation from home; which of course, in such a case, is a mere form.

You will also appear in the orders as being appointed my aide-de-camp, in place of Mr.Hitchcock, with extra pay as interpreter.
"No, do not thank me.