He would contrive to take on his own shoulders its mission in Monte Video; then, on returning to Liverpool, he would have an excuse for calling on her.

He did not know her name yet.

Possibly, Captain Coke would mention that interesting fact when his temper lost its raw edge.

As a last resource, the cook might enlighten him.
It was strange that he should be thinking of Iris--far stranger than he could guess--but his thoughts were sub-conscious, and he was in no wise neglecting the safety of the ship.

The night was clear but dark, the stars blinked with the subdued radiance that betokens fine weather, and ever and anon their reflection glimmered from the long slope of a wave like the glint of spangles on a dress.