"You know, of course, to whom this property belongs?" the Warden persisted.
"Yes, sir."
"But you refuse to say."
Peter was struck miserably silent. He did not like to deny the Warden, but he could not utter the outrage he had committed.
"Very well," said the Warden. "I will impound the property. Doubtless it will be claimed."
He quietly took possession of the trousers and turned to go.
"Mr. Paragon."
"Yes, sir?"
"I rely on you to see that the College is in bed within the next ten minutes. I shall send for you in the morning. Good night."
"Good night, sir."