[ CHAPTER XXIII ]

[ CHAPTER XXIV ]

[ CHAPTER XXV ]

ILLUSTRATIONS

[ “His Perturbation Attracted the Attention of His Hostess.” ]

[ “A Welcome Subject of Conversation in Marine Circles.” ]

[ “The Suspense Became Painful.” ]

[ “Captain Hardy Lit his Pipe Before Replying.” ]

[ “Mr. Wilks Watched It from the Quay.” ]