"Yes, Sir."
"Jessop."
"Sir," I replied.
"Stubbins."
There was no answer.
"Stubbins," again called the Second Mate.
Again there was no reply.
"Is Stubbins here?—anyone!" The Second's voice sounded sharp and anxious.
There was a moment's pause. Then one of the men spoke:
"He's not here, Sir."