He took his mother in
his arms, kissed her, and they walked towards Mrs. Barfield together. All
was forgotten in the happiness of the moment--the long fight for his life,
and the possibility that any moment might declare him to be mere food for
powder and shot. She was only conscious that she had accomplished her
woman's work--she had brought him up to man's estate; and that was her
sufficient reward. What a fine fellow he was! She did not know he was so
handsome, and blushing with pleasure and pride she glanced shyly at him
out of the corners of her eyes as she introduced him to her mistress.
"This is my son, ma'am."
Mrs. Barfield held out her hand to the young soldier.
"I have heard a great deal about you from your mother."
"And I of you, ma'am. You've been very kind to my mother. I don't know how
to thank you."
And in silence they walked towards the house.
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