Should my good fortune give me success, I shall return home as soon as possible. I have lost the ambition which once sweetened a military life - a sense of duty is the only spring of action. I must leave the field to those who have a more powerful incentive. I think our affairs at present are in so prosperous a situation that I may venture to indulge myself in that sort of life which alone gives me pleasure. Should the scene change, I shall always be ready to contribute my mite to the public safety.