A Christmas Promise by Aileen Fish

Author:Aileen Fish
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Aspendawn Press

Chapter Seven

“Do you think they’re alone?” Tom whispered.

“We’d be able to see more tents if the others camped here, but we can safely assume there are other rebels nearby. Or on their way. We need to get word to Springfield.”

Tom nodded.

“Where are we? What’s this area called?”

“Oak Hill,” Tom answered.

“You go straight to camp and tell Major Clanton they’ve reached Oak Hill. I’ll gather our gear from the farm and follow behind.”

“Yes, sir. Tell my family goodbye for me, please.”

“Of course.” Batt had a momentary flash of guilt at the thought he was keeping Tom from his family, but the need to see Poppy one last time before they went into battle was greater than his guilt.

She was leading the cows in from the pasture when Batt reached the farm. “You’re home in time for supper,” she called out.

“I can’t stay,” he replied when he drew near.

Her face grew pale. “Where’s Tom?”

“He’s gone to Springfield. We spotted some Confederate men camped near Oak Hill. I need to pack our belongings and report to the major.”

“So close. Will you attack them there?”

“I pray they don’t move any closer before Clanton can gather the troops. I don’t know if General Lyon and his army have arrived in Springfield yet. My hope is that we can march immediately.”

Poppy’s eyes began to well. “I’ll go pack Tom’s gear.” She turned and hurried to the house.

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