I have word from the Admiralty to that effect.

But I dare not let them know that I am married until I get commissioned to my ship.

The Admiralty has set its face against lieutenants marrying." "Then do not marry, Philip.

You ought not, you see." Her pleading was like the beating of helpless wings against the bars of a golden cage.
"But I must marry you, Guida.

A sailor's life is uncertain, and what I want I want now.