"
"Yes, we may all be gone before night. Your chief danger then will
be from the stragglers which follow the army like vultures. If
possible, I will induce the general to leave a guard to-night. I
wish Mr. Baron had a clearer eye to his interests and safety. The
general is not lamb-like. If a guard can be procured for to-night it
will be due to your action and my representations. My services as a
scout have brought me in rather close contact with the general, and
possibly I may induce him to give protection as long as the interest
of the service permits. All questions will be decided with reference
to the main chance; so, if I seem neglectful, remember I must obey
my orders, whatever they are. Ah! there's a shot."
Her hand ached long afterward from his quick, strong pressure, and
then he mounted and was away at a gallop. Miss Lou hastily returned
to the house, but Chunk coolly entered the cabin, saying, "I'se git
a bite fer mebbe I ain' yere ter dinner."
"Reck'n you better be skerce, Chunk, ef Mad Whately comes," said his
grandmother, trembling.
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