Chapter 10, pgs. 233-248 Summary

Napoleon abdicates as a result of the war. The Bellona is one of the last ships to be sent home. The men are anxious to return to England and complain but there is nothing the captain can do about it. After the ship reaches land, Stephen and Jack travel by chaise.

Stephen tells Jack about the letters he received from London. Jack and Stephen will travel to London where Jack will meet the Chileans. There will then be an interview before the committee and Jack will be suspended from the navy, according to Blaine's plan. He will be given command of a private ship. Jack is doubtful about the arrangements and whether he will ever be reinstated.

The men arrive at Black's, a club in London. They go to the library to learn of the news during their absence. They dine at the...