REED
They say, sir, it's Honeyman the Tory, and you left orders—
WASHINGTON
Honeyman? Excellent! Gentlemen, I must ask you to leave me.
ALL
Yes sir, General, of course. (etc.)
WASHINGTON
You may hold yourselves in readiness for action. I'll issue the orders shortly.
ALL (going)
Yes, sir. Very good, sir. (etc.)