"Refuse your terms!" cried a familiar voice, as the door was thrust open, and without a particle of respect Young Glory rushed in.
"One word and I'll kill you!" shouted the boy, as he held a pistol at Juan.
Lieutenant Tyler and Juan were both amazed.
"May I speak?" asked the latter, insolently.
"Yes, so long as you make no noise."
"My young friend, I have made a great error. I really believed that Lieutenant Tyler commanded this ship. I must ask pardon for the mistake into which I have fallen—I must indeed."
"Sir, I hope you don't suppose me guilty of any disrespect," asked Young Glory of the lieutenant.
"No, no, but I am surprised."
"I must excuse myself, sir. I heard what had taken place before on my way here. I saw this man enter, and I have listened to all that has been said."
"Eavesdropping is a habit of yours!" sneered Juan.