CHAPTER XI

A BROTHER OFFICER'S WHISPER


"I know it," Dave returned, huskily.

"You have committed a serious breach of discipline," blazed the
lieutenant.

"I have struck down a fellow who demeaned himself by insulting
his subordinate," Darrin returned, his voice now clear and steady.
"Lieutenant Cantor, do you consider yourself fit to command others?"

"Never mind what I think about myself," sneered the lieutenant.
"Go to your quarters!"

"In arrest?" demanded Dave Darrin, mockingly.

"No; but go to your quarters and remain there for the present.
You are likely to be summoned very soon."

Saluting, Ensign Dave turned ironically on his heel, going back
to his quarters.

In an instant Danny Grin came bounding in.