noon
He shot his victims without giving them a chance . His work on land was that of the U-boats on the sea -- a species of assassination . '' The squad went on with special caution and with a close watch on the trees . But noon came without further adventure and they got out their rations and prepared to enjoy them at the foot of a spreading maple . They were perhaps half way through the meal , which they had seasoned with jokes and laughter , when there was a rustling in the bushes near at hand . Instantly they leaped to their feet and reached for their rifles . `` Who goes there ? ''