"I'm glad we've met you, de Langeais, and I hope you'll be equally glad you've met us.

We'll see you again after the battle, whenever and wherever it may be." "Many thanks," said de Langeais.

"It gives me much pride to be taken into your company.

My command is several miles away, and therefore I must ride.

Adieu." He was holding his horse's reins as he spoke.