With his back remaining turned to the whole length of the ship he asked Mr.Powell with some brusqueness if the chief mate had neglected to instruct him that the captain was to be found on the port side.
"Yes, sir," said Mr.Powell approaching his back.

"The mate told me to stamp on the port side when I wanted you; but I didn't remember at the moment." "You should remember," the captain uttered with an effort.

Then added mumbling "I don't want Mrs.Anthony frightened.

Don't you see?
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