I felt more like a guest than an invader, and was compelled to bring myself back to realities with an effort.

I was helped by the sudden appearance of Miles in the hallway.
"Thought I better take another look down stairs, sir," he explained, as I turned, facing him.

"They are quiet enough in there." "I was just going in," I said.

"We will have to put those two with the others at present.

Our people should be up here before night, and meanwhile we must remain quiet.