"The Germans are there now; see them coming up the road!" exclaimed Ralph in excitement.
"There is a big stone quarry back of the house——"
The Captain heard Gascon, and quickly stepped over to him. "Do you know this part of the country?" he asked.
"Yes, I have been here many times," answered Gascon.
"Then come with me quickly," said the commander.
"I formerly lived in Liège, and know every part of the country around here. There is a large quarry beyond the red house. That would be a good place to send the company."
"I thank you very much for the information."
"May we go along with the company?" asked Ralph.
The officer smiled at his eagerness, as he gave the assent.