"Yes, sir."
"Mr. Dalzell, Mr. Joyce, did you also take part in that affair?" inquired the O.C.
"Yes, sir," answered both midshipmen.
"For what reason?"
"Because, sir," answered Joyce, "several civilians pounced upon one man who wore a midshipman's uniform."
"And you three rushed in and pounded some civilians?" asked the
O.C. coolly.
"I'm afraid we did, sir," answered Dave, who found the lieutenant-commander's gaze turned on him.
"Who was that other midshipman, Mr. Darrin?"
"I don't know, sir."
"Didn't you recognize him when you went to his aid?"