dnight of the 22nd. Tell
him to dig straight up until he strikes the brick work of the floor.
Then Carter will have word and he will tunnel out to meet him.

Col. S. But how can he get word? Don't you see that unless some
one is there to tell him, the plan will never work.

Gordon. I tell you he shall know. I cannot tell you now, but he
shall know. Do not question me, but if ever you or General Morgan
trusted me, put me to the test and trust me now. Get them to hide
you--anywhere--the garden's best--where you can see this window. They'll
search the house first, and when you hear a signal (a pause) the
breaking of that window, go to your horse and ride for your life and
mine.

Col. S. But you, boy; what will you--

Gordon. Oh, trust me, sir; I tell you trust me. I shall be all
right. Go on before it is too late and let them hide you.

[Enter Bev.

Bev. The horse is there. You know the tree, father; you can find it.

Col. S. I'll take you at your word (he clasps his hand). At
midnight of the 22nd.

Gordon. Remember when you hear the breaking of the glass.

Col. S. Where's your mother?

Bev. They're waiting in the dining room.

[Exit Col. S.

Gordon (intently). Can I trust you with the life of Morgan's army?

Bev. Show me. I'd give my life for Morgan.

Gordon. Then do what I say. Run to George's room, get me out a
suit of his clothes; lay them on the bed; leave the door open. Then go
to Charlotte and tell her I must see her here at once. Keep your mother
and Fair in the dining room.

[Exit Bev running.

(Sinks down at the table, his hands clutching at the wood, his face
drawn and white, his eyes staring). Show me the way. God! Am I afraid.
No, No! It is not that. For greater love has no man than this, that
he--that he--what is the rest? Ah, God! (rises quickly: sits at desk:
writes; his face showing a terrible resolve.)

[As he finishes paper, enter Charlotte from the hall.

Char. Bev said you wanted me.

Gordon. Charlotte, we've got to save Morgan's army as sure as
there's a God in heaven, and just as sure you've got to help me. Do
exactly what I ask and keep your nerve, for if you flinch a moment, we
are lost.

Char. How? Tell me. I am not afraid.

Gordon. And I believe you. The enemy are sure to come and searc