After dinner she led the way, followed by all fifteen girls, straight to Maud. They found her in one of the class rooms.
"Tell her just what I did," Polly directed.
And Betty described the ride in her most extravagant style. Finally she displayed the cup.
"Now, what do you think of it?" she ended triumphantly.
Maud's eyes had been wide with interest throughout the recital. She looked at Polly with perfect understanding.
"By Jove!" she said earnestly, "wasn't it lucky the hill was there. Did you remember to rub the horses down when you got back, Polly?"
There was a second's silence.
"Yes, and I put blankets on them," Polly answered. Then, turning to Betty: "Do I win?" she asked, laughing.