"Yes, sir."
"After taps was sounded?"
"No, sir."
"You are fully aware of what you have answered?"
"Yes, sir."
"Very good."
That was all. A midshipman's word must be taken, for he is a gentleman—-that is to say, a man of honor.
"Mr. Dalzell!"
Poor Dan stirred uneasily.
"Mr. Dalzell!" This time the Naval officer's voice was sharper.