Quotation from: A Set of Six

Written by: Joseph Conrad

"Very well," said the colonel, thoughtfully, and bit his lip. The
arguments of Lieut. D'Hubert, helped by his liking for the man, had
convinced him. On the other hand, it was highly improper that his
intervention, of which he had made no secret, should produce no visible
effect. He kept Lieut. D'Hubert a few minutes longer, and dismissed him
kindly.

"Take a few days more in bed. Lieutenant. What the devil does the
surgeon mean by reporting you fit for duty?"