“He’d better—if he knows where he is well off,” added Tom.
“What became of Koswell and Larkspur?” questioned Dick.
“Minnie says they took the night train for the East.”
“The through train?”
“Yes.”
“Well, then they must be a good many miles from Ashton—and I am glad of it.”
“Speaking of Flockley puts me in mind of one thing—I mustn’t forget to pay for that hat I smashed,” said Tom.
“Better see him tonight and settle up,” said Dick. “And I’ll go with you. I want to speak to Flockley,” he added, thoughtfully.
When the boys returned to the college they found their classmates just finishing supper. Professor Blackie looked at them rather severely, but Sam explained that they had permission from the Head to be late, so nothing was said further.
From one of the other students Dick and Sam learned that Flockley had gone for a walk behind the gymnasium, where a path led to the river. As soon as they had finished eating Tom got some money, and he and his brother set off to find the dudish student.