“But he’s taken his dying oath not to tell a soul”—from Chips.
“He won’t have to keep it long, then.” Jan was creeping into bed.
“Why not?”
“I’ve gone and got cobbed.”
“You haven’t!”
“I’m afraid so.”
“Oh, Tiger!”
“But you’re back, man?”
“I was seen first. I’m certain I was. It’s no use talking about it now; you’ll all know soon enough. I’ve been a fool. I deserve all I’m bound to get.”
“I was worse!” gasped Bingley over the partition. “I dared you to do what I wouldn’t’ve done myself for a hundred pounds. But I never thought you would, either. I thought you were only hustling. I swear I did, Tiger!”