The bullet struck my cap-band, just above my temple, and glanced off.

I can think more clearly now.

How many men are hurt in this boat ?" There was no reply; and as we at the same moment glided alongside, the question seemed to be echoed from the _Teaser's_ side high above our heads.
Still no reply, and the captain said sharply-- "Who is below there, Mr Reardon--Mr Brooke ?" "Ay, ay, sir," cried the latter.
"How many men did you find they had lost ?" "None, sir." "Brought all off safely ?" "Yes, sir." A tremendous cheer arose from the deck.
"I felt too giddy to speak just then, Herrick," said Mr Reardon.

"Not one man injured except myself.

It is marvellous, my lad.