noon
Their hands met , but in light clasp , without pretense of warmth . Then Darrin fell back , bringing his right hand mechanically to a salute as he mumbled : `` I am Ensign Darrin , sir , and have been ordered , by the executive officer , to report to you for duty in your division . '' `` Very good , Mr. Darrin , '' rejoined the lieutenant . `` My division goes on watch at eight bells noon . You will report to me on the quarter deck at that time . '' `` Very good , sir . '' With a quick step Lieutenant Cantor reached the curtain , holding it slightly aside and peering out into the passage-way .