The mystery which she had thought to solve had only deepened tenfold.

She was aroused by the cheery voice of the captain.
"Well, well, Miss Carleton, glad to see you out! I congratulate you on your speedy recovery.

How are the ladies?
and how is my old friend Thornton ?" They took a few turns up and down, chatting pleasantly, till Miss Carleton, looking into the face overflowing with kindliness and good humor, said,-- "Captain, I have a great favor to ask of you." "Granted, my dear young lady, to the half of my kingdom!" "May I have your permission to examine the list of cabin passengers ?" The captain elevated his shaggy eyebrows and his eyes twinkled with merriment.

"Ah! anxious to learn if some particular friend is on board, I suppose.

Some one was inquiring of me the other night regarding your identity." "Indeed!" said Miss Carleton, a world of inquiry in her eyes.
"Yes; Mr.Mainwaring, the gentleman conversing with Lieutenant Cohen over there.