He never can make one there or elsewhere; but the steps taken will prepare for any one else to take his troops and come east or go toward Rome, whichever may be necessary.

I do not believe either will.
When I hear that you and Schofield are together, with your back upon the coast, I shall feel that you are entirely safe against any thing the enemy can do.

Lee may evacuate Richmond, but he cannot get there with force enough to touch you.

His army is now demoralized and deserting very fast, both to us and to their homes.
A retrograde movement would cost him thousands of men, even if we did not follow.
Five thousand men, belonging to the corps with you, are now on their way to join you.

If more reenforcements are necessary, I will send them.