SENDEN.
We know, Colonel, what a sacrifice we are asking of you, and that nothing could compensate you for it save the consciousness of having done your country a great service.
COLONEL.
To be sure.
SENDEN.
It would be so regarded in the capital, too, and I am convinced that your entering the House would also cause pleasure in other circles than those of your numerous friends and admirers.
COLONEL.
I should meet there many old friends and comrades. (Aside.) I should be presented at Court.
SENDEN.
The minister of war asked very warmly after you the other day; he too must have been one of your companions in arms.