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I see that the accomplished chief steward is standing at the door , '' continued Louis . `` Now , Mr. Sage , would it be possible and convenient for you to have another dinner on the table , say at eight o'clock , an hour after the first feast had been finished ? '' `` Quite possible , and even convenient ; the only persons to complain of such an arrangement would be the cooks and stewards , '' replied Mr. Sage . `` Captain Ringgold , might I so far presume upon any influence I may have with you as the owner of the Guardian-Mother to request you to order a second dinner to be served at eight in the evening , beginning , say , with to-morrow evening ? '' asked the young millionaire , looking as serious as though he was about to preach a sermon , though the party were generally laughing . `` As I have always told you , I take my orders from the owner ; and if you desire such a dinner , I shall certainly give Mr. Sage an order to that effect , '' replied the commander . `` But who is to eat the dinner after it is provided , an hour after the passengers have gorged themselves at the table ? ''