Chapter 11 THE BANNER ON THE WALL.

"You seem to be very much surprised at a very simple proposition," said

Jack, at length.

"And you seem to have a deal more cheek than you did the first time I made your acquaintance," replied Marcy.

Jack laughed heartily.

"Why, what is there to hinder you from taking me down to the fleet?" he demanded. "Haven't I often heard you boast o