So soon as my men complete their breakfast, and a few details are looked after, we shall withdraw in the direction of our own lines.

Naturally I have no desire to be captured by Chambers.

I am merely going to request that you remain within doors until we depart.
After that you may release the prisoners, and rejoin your commands." The eyes of the two men met, and the major replied: "Certainly, Lieutenant, we have no reason to complain." "And Miss Hardy ?" "Oh, I will answer for her." "That is hardly necessary, papa, as I will answer for myself," and her eyes met mine across the table.

"I was angry last night, Lieutenant Galesworth, and unreasonable.

If you will accept my parole now I give it gladly." I bowed with a sudden choking of the throat, and Hardy chuckled.
"A very graceful surrender--hey, Bell?
By Gad, this has been quite a night for adventure.