Shall we light a fire ?" "I do not think it is worth while, Eustace.

The evening is warm, and we shall be off at daybreak.

Someone passing through the wood might see the flames, and carry the news down to La Chatre, which is but a mile and a half away; and it is quite possible that those fellows we had to do with today may be there, if they are travelling the same way that we are, and may consider it likely we shall halt there for the night.

At any rate, as we do not need the fire, we will run no risks." They ate their supper and, an hour later, wrapped themselves in their cloaks and lay down.

Philip was just dropping off to sleep, when Pierre touched him.