The command was obeyed immediately, for Zagloba as a friend of Bogun enjoyed consideration among the Cossacks.
“And where is the colonel?“ he asked.
“He ordered his horse and went to the regimental quarters. He commanded us also to be ready and have our horses saddled.“
“Is mine ready?“
“Ready.“
“Then bring it; I will find the colonel at the regiment. But here he comes!“
In fact, Bogun was to be seen through the arched gateway riding from the square. After him appeared in the distance the lances of a hundred and some tens of Cossacks, apparently ready for the march.
“To horse!“ cried Bogun to the Cossacks who had remained in the yard. All moved quickly. Zagloba went through the gate, and looked attentively at the young leader.
“You are going on a journey?“ asked he.
“Yes.“
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