But it was long enough for him.

The rekindled eye showed that the re-collected mind was clear, calm, and vigorous.

His weeping family, and his sorrowing compeers were there.

He surveyed the scene and knew at once its fatal import.

He had left no duty unperformed; he had no wish unsatisfied; no ambition unattained; no regret, no sorrow, no fear, no remorse.