"Sure, we'll remember," declared his chums.
"Thank you."
"But why?" persisted Buttons.
"I'll tell you sometime. Hello, I'm home. Didn't know we were so near. Much obliged for your help. Good-night—and don't forget."
CHAPTER XI
FRED'S LETTER
So abrupt was their companion's departure, that Sandow and Buttons gazed after him in amazement.
"Wonder what's buzzing in his head, that he wants us to remember to-night?" exclaimed the Second Former, as, having seen Fred enter the house, they resumed their way.
"Don't know, I'm sure."
"Somehow, he doesn't seem like the same chap."