Descending to the 'tween-decks, our hero found that the confusion and noise there were naturally greater, the space being more limited and the noise confined.  There was the addition of bad air and disagreeable smells here; and Miles could not help reflecting on the prospect before him of long voyages under cramped circumstances, in the midst of similar surroundings.  But, being young and enthusiastic, he whispered to himself that he was not particular, and was ready to "rough it" in his country's cause!