“Get ready and come with me, boys,” said Dick, beginning to gather up his belongings, which were not many, as the youths had not brought very much luggage with them.
“Where to, Dick?” queried Tom.
“We are to report to Colonel Morgan, and will be assigned to his regiment.”
“Good!” said Ben. “Then we will be genuine soldiers, eh, Dick?”
“Yes, indeed.”
“Say, that will be fine!” said Tom. “I'm ready. Lead the way to Colonel Morgan's quarters, Dick.”
A few minutes later the youths set out. They found Colonel Morgan and Dick gave him the note from the commander-in-chief, whereupon they were assigned to their new quarters, their names having been enrolled on the membership list of the regiment.
“Now we are soldiers, sure enough!” murmured Tom Dare, his eyes shining. “Hurrah!”
“Yes, patriot soldiers, Tom,” said Dick, quietly. There was an air of satisfaction on his face also.
“We will be ready to take part in the first battle that takes place,” said Ben. “Say, that'll be fine. I am eager to be in a battle!”