Evarts admitted himself that it was he who gave positive orders to tie the boat up at anchor.

You were under his orders, so I can't hold you responsible.

Are you wide awake, now ?" "Yes, sir," answered Conlon meekly.
"Then go back and attend to your engine.

Look sharp for hail or bell." "I guess you'll find you can't quite get along without me," argued Evarts moodily.

"You'll find that you need me to manage some of the men you've got." "You're through with this job, as I just did you the honor to inform you," Tom responded quietly.