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They all , however , agreed that it was essential to bring the garrison to terms without delay , before you brought relief , or got into the castle ; for if you succeeded in the latter case , they feared the siege might last much longer . After hearing all this , I did not think it advisable to proceed immediately to the castle by the secret path , known only to a few , and shew myself to the garrison , because if Stadion had already gained the upper hand , I should have been lost . I resolved , therefore , to remain the day in the town ; and if before Saturday morning I heard nothing to alarm me respecting the spirit of the garrison , then to proceed to my destination , and send your Grace immediate intelligence . I wandered about the town and the camp unmolested until noon , seeking as much as possible always to be near some of the superior officers to assure myself of my disguise . '' `` That was on the Friday , the holiday ? '' Lichtenstein asked . `` Yes ; on holy Friday .