Major Starland thrust his hand through the window of the pilot house.
“Give me the pleasure, Captain.”
The other smilingly returned the pressure. Each saluted and the American passed back into the cabin, where his sister awaited him. He explained the situation.
“Do you know who he is, Jack?”
“I believe his name is Captain Ramon Ortega.”
“Have you never heard it before?”
“It seems to have a familiar sound, but I cannot identify it.”
“He is the betrothed of Manuela.”
“Why didn’t I remember it? I can’t help admiring the fellow, for he is the soul of honor.”