:58:21
"It is difficult for me to muster any enthusiasm,,,
:58:23
",,,for my regular duties here,
:58:25
"And the fort is showing
serious signs of neglect,
:58:31
"The truth is,
I am missing the company of my friends,
:58:34
"I can see all of their faces,
but somehow it is not enough,
:58:38
"Tomorrow I will pay them a visit,
:58:40
"It may be forward of me, but what can it hurt?
:58:43
"After all, they are my neighbors, "
:59:56
"The night sounds have become so familiar
as to be comforting,