"I know you. I've observed you," said Jackson in calm, even tones,
showing not a trace of excitement. "I did not think that the Federal
troops would make a movement so soon, but we will meet it. A brigade
will march in half an hour."

"Don't I go with it?" exclaimed Harry pleadingly. "You know, I brought
the news, sir!"

"You do. Your regiment will form part of the brigade. Rejoin Colonel
Talbot at once. The Invincibles, with you as guide, shall lead the way.
You have done well, Lieutenant Kenton."

Harry flushed with pride at the brief words of praise, which meant so
much coming from Stonewall Jackson, and saluting again hurried to his
immediate command. Already the messengers were flying to the different
regiments, bidding them to be up and march at once.

The Invincibles were upon their feet in fifteen minutes, fully clothed
and armed, and ready for the road. The cavalry were not available
that night, and the brigade would march on foot save for the officers.
Harry was back on his horse, and St. Clair and Langdon were beside him.
The colonels, Talbot and St. Hilaire, sat on their horses at the head
of the Invincibles, the first regiment.

"What is it?" said Langdon to Harry. "Have you brought this night march
upon us?"

"I have, and we're going to strike the Yankees before dawn at Hertford,"
replied Harry to both questions.