Upon inquiry they learned that their own company, in the trenches when they left, had been moved back to make place for another contingent. This was in line with the policy of seasoning the American troops. Their own company, therefore, they found somewhat removed from the danger zone.
"Of course, it's better to be in the trenches, where there is a chance of action," Chester said, "but when a fellow needs sleep, as I do, I guess it's just as well that we're back here."
"Right you are, Chester," said Stubbs, "and if you have no objections
I'll bunk along with you boys."
"Help yourself, Stubbs," laughed Chester. "Guess we can make room for you."
"It's daylight yet," said Stubbs, "but I'm going to bed just the same.
Lead the way, Chester."
Chester needed no urging, for he could scarcely keep his eyes open.
McKenzie hunted his own quarters, and soon was fast asleep.
Hal and Chester also soon were in slumberland, and Stubbs' loud snoring proclaimed that the little man's troubles were over for the moment at least.
CHAPTER XV
THE EVE OF BATTLE
"Good news, Chester."