Sharpe's Challenge2006

Gudin:
[about the British force besieging them] The door of opportunity is closing, Madame. If the rains come, they will have to abandon the campaign until the autumn.

Madhuvanthi:
You sound almost eager to avoid the confrontation.

Gudin:
I have never walked away from a battle, Madame. Neither have I run toward one. Like any soldier, I wish for peace, and prepare for war.