The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle Volume 1 Chapter 27

In which a sudden conflagration at a country inn tests the courage and devotion of young Peregrine and his companions, leading to grateful exchanges and tender tokens of affection. Upon arriving at their journey's end, Peregrine meets Emily's soldier brother, whose rough manners spark rivalry, and after heartfelt farewells he departs with heavy heart toward his new post.