noon
He did not do so . During the whole of the 31st of May , the Nautilus described a series of circles on the water , which greatly interested me . It seemed to be seeking a spot it had some trouble in finding . At noon , Captain Nemo himself came to work the ship 's log . He spoke no word to me , but seemed gloomier than ever . What could sadden him thus ? Was it his proxim ity to European shores ?