"Slow to half speed," he said. "Then come about and head for Dover."
Frank asked no questions. He knew that Jack would explain the reason for the change soon enough. Besides, the matter was none of his business. He gave the necessary orders. Jack turned to the second officer.
"Will you take the bridge, Mr. Hetherton? Mr. Chadwick, please come to my cabin."
The lads went below together.
"Now," said Frank, after he had taken a seat, "what's it all about?"
"Well," was Jack's reply, "the admiralty wants the Brigadier back in Dover. That's all I know about it. I'm instructed to report to Lord Hastings immediately on my return."
"No other explanation?"
"No."
"Funny," commented Frank. "Must be something up, though."
"So it would seem. However, I guess we'll learn soon enough. Hope they are not going to deprive me of my command."