A fine sporting gentleman would not feel defeated if he let this grouse pass, for with enough time and effort the bird would inevitably end up in the pot. It would, instead, be a victory for the hunter because it would display his appreciation and gratitude for his quarry on a much higher level. Let him go I say. You've made him work very hard for his life, and in turn you will remember him for much longer han any other grouse you have, or will kill.
