"I beg your pardon, as you did mine, just now."
"Which means that you doubt my word."
"As you did mine."
"Somers, I am not to be trifled with," said Pillgrim, sternly.
"Neither am I."
"Be cautious, or I will denounce you to the captain at once," added the lieutenant, in low and threatening tones.
"Proceed, and then I shall be at liberty to take the next step."
"What's that?"
"Do you think I intend to show you my hand?" said Somers, with a meaning smile.
Pillgrim bit his lip with vexation. He seemed to be completely cornered. He evidently believed that his companion knew more than "the law allows."