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- # CHAPTER XXI.
## Overview
This is chapter XXI of the novel "Omoo: Adventures in the South Seas." It was extracted from the file "omoo.txt" and is part of the "Melville Complete Works" collection. The chapter spans from line 2742 to line 2937 of the source text.
## Context
This chapter is situated within the larger narrative of "Omoo: Adventures in the South Seas," a novel by [Herman Melville](arke:01KG89HZ96H2FXP7V7DNWS28M5). It follows [CHAPTER XX.](arke:01KG8AJHQ7GWEW9CX6RHFC4NSG) and precedes [CHAPTER XXII. THE CONSUL’S DEPARTURE](arke:01KG8AJHQ7Q8GH4K32BF355YQK). The chapter was extracted from the file `omoo.txt` as part of the "Melville Complete Works" collection.
## Contents
Chapter XXI, titled "PROCEEDINGS OF THE CONSUL," details a significant confrontation between the ship's consul, Mr. Wilson, and the sailors. The sailors are presented as a "wild company" from various backgrounds. The chapter describes the consul's attempts to question the crew regarding their grievances, particularly concerning the mate, Mr. Jermin, and the quality of their food. The sailors, led by a character named Salem, resist the consul's inquiries, with the cooper, Bungs, initially attempting to appease the consul but ultimately failing. The situation escalates, leading to the consul's retreat and a declaration that Mr. Jermin will command the ship, with plans for a three-month cruise. The chapter concludes with the sailors' outright refusal to set sail, their anger directed at Bungs, and the consul's final departure. The chapter is divided into three chunks for detailed analysis.
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