"And a valuable one, too," was the answer, as the general glanced at Young Glory. "A captain at the very least. Has he been searched?"
"No."
"Do so. He may be a bearer of despatches."
"It is needless to search me," said Young Glory, advancing slightly towards the general. "I am not what I seem. I am an American seaman. My name is Young Glory."
CHAPTER V.
AT VALMOSA—YOUNG GLORY DENOUNCED.
This startling announcement caused a sensation.
"Young Glory!" cried several of the officers.
"Yes, that is my name."