five o'clock
There is now some sign of life about the decks . A keen smell of burning wood and a glare from the galley show that the cook has taken up the day 's duties . Some men of the watch are already gathered about the door waiting for their morning coffee , and the ` idlers ' -LRB- as the word is at sea -RRB- , the steward , carpenter , and sailmaker , in various states of attire , are getting ready for their work . Two bells marks five o'clock , and the crowd about the galley door grows impatient . The cook has a difficulty with his fire , and is behind time . `` Come on , ` doctor ' ! '' shouts Old Martin ; `` get a move on yer !