“No,” was Frank’s answer, “but you seem to have lost your nerve!”
Jack released his hold on his friend and stepped back.
“What!” he exclaimed, “do you mean I am a coward?”
“I don’t know what I mean!” cried the now furious lad, “but it looks like it!”
“Enough of this!” spoke Lord Hastings. “Mr. Chadwick! For the last time I order you to return to your quarters!”
“I won’t do it!” cried Frank, and drew closer to the rail.
Lord Hastings drew a revolver.
“Do you know that I would be perfectly justified in shooting you?” he demanded.
“Shoot, then!” cried Frank. “I am going anyhow!”
Lord Hastings drew back in surprise.