He wrote a letter to the intendant, thanking him for his kind
feelings and intentions toward him, and he trusted that he might one
day have the pleasure of seeing him again. He did not however think it
advisable to mention the name of his daughter, except in inquiring
after her health, and sending his respects. "It may be years before I
see her again," thought Edward, "and who knows what may happen?"
The Prince of Conde now had the command of the Spanish forces in the
Netherlands; and Edward, with his friends, followed his fortunes, and
gained his good-will: they were rapidly promoted.
Time flew on, and in the year 1654 the court of France concluded an
alliance with Cromwell, and expelled King Charles from the French
frontiers. The war was still carried on in the Netherlands. Turenne
bore down Conde, who had gained every campaign; and the court of
Spain, wearied with reverses, made overtures of peace, which was
gladly accepted by the French.
During these wars, Cromwell had been named Protector, and had shortly
afterward died.
Edward, who but rarely heard from Humphrey, was now anxious to quit
the army and go to the king, who was in Spain; but to leave his
colors, while things were adverse, was impossible.
After the peace and the pardon of Conde by the French king, the armies
were disbanded, and the three adventurers were free.
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