But he had no part in it, merely reporting the result late in the night to his general, who speedily pressed on, disregarding what might occur on his flanks or in his rear, sure that his lieutenants could attend to all dangers there.
The days were full of excitement for Harry.

While he remained near Lee, the far-flung cavalry continually brought in exciting reports.

As Harry saw it, the North was having a taste of what she had inflicted on the South.

The news of Milroy's destruction, startling enough in itself, had been magnified as it spread on the wings of rumor.

The same rumor enlarged Lee's army and increased the speed of his advance.
Sherburne, recovered from his slight wound, was the most frequent bringer of news.