He has all France open to him and, if he gains a port, has but to get some sailor clothes to pass unnoticed.

He is well provided with money, and has everything in his favour.

When he once gets away from Le Mans, the road would be open, for we may be sure that the enemy will all gather in the rear of the remains of our army." "I see all that," Patsey said; "and if I were but sure that he got safely away, I should feel comparatively easy.

However, Leigh, I will try and look at the best side of things.

If Jean is killed he has died gloriously, doing his duty till the last.