There are many in the Tidewater who would look askance at this business, so it must be done in desperate secrecy; but if there should be trouble I counsel you to play a bold hand with the Governor.

They tell me that you and he are friendly, and, unless I mistake the man, he can see reason if he is wisely handled.

If the worst comes to the worst, you can take Nicholson into your confidence." "How long have we to prepare ?" I asked.
"The summer months, according to my forecast.

It may be shorter or longer, but I will know better when I get nearer the hills." "And what about the Carolina tribes ?" I asked.

"If we are to hold the western marches of Virginia, we cannot risk being caught on the flank." "That can be arranged," he said.