“And the Raid?”
“Oh, that—I shall give Stanhope charge of that affair. Of course he would like your assistance, but he knows the ground, and I think will make the haul. However, if you are not occupied to-morrow night, you might join them here.”
“Thank you. I will do so if possible,” turning again to go.
“Send Stanhope in, Vernet. I must settle this business about the Raid.”
Opening the door softly, and closing it gently after him, Vernet approached his comrade, and laid a light hand upon his arm.
“Richard, you are wanted.”
“All right; are you off, Van?”
“Yes;” putting his hat upon his head.
“On a lay?”
“Yes.”