After two days' rest my horses are perfectly ready for another long day's work, while those of Chavigny and de Lisle start heavily, not having recovered from their fatigue." "Very well, you can go then, Campbell.

I am pleased with your spirit, and also with your thoughtfulness for your companions, who, although strong young men, do not seem to have your power of endurance.

I find, too, that you always carry out your instructions with intelligence, and that your reports on matters touching which I have sent you to inquire are always clear and full.

It may be that ere long I may find employment for you in which courage as well as intelligence is required.

There is but one drawback, namely, that you do not speak Italian.