He sprinkled the water over Frank's face and soon perceived signs of returning consciousness. Frank drew a deep breath and opened his eyes. Then he pushed Jack aside and sat up.
"What's happened?" he asked in a faint voice.
In a few words Jack explained.
"I remember now," said Frank. "Help me up."
Jack did so and then for the first time Frank caught sight of the German naval commander.
"What's he doing here?" he asked of Jack.
"Oh, he's just arrested us; that's all," said Jack.
"Yes," said the German, "and I must ask you to accompany me now. You shall come aboard my ship until this matter has been investigated thoroughly. I'll take charge of you, rather than to turn you over to the military authorities; for after all you are naval officers and I shall help you if I can. Please precede me; and you too," this last to Davis in a gruffer tone.
All proceeded below, where eight or ten other men stood waiting. Then all marched away.
Reaching the water front all entered a small boat and were rowed toward a submarine, perhaps a quarter of a mile away.