Dr. Euclid knew something of the character and disposition of Herbert, and reserved his judgment.
“What have you to say to this charge, Andrew?” he asked, mildly.
“It is true,” said Andy—“all except my taking him unawares.”
“What could induce you to make such an assault upon your fellow-student?” said the doctor.
In reply, Andy made a correct statement of the transaction, in mild and temperate language.
“Is this correct, Herbert?” asked the doctor. “Did you interfere with Andrew in the discharge of his duties?”
“I kicked the pile of dirt,” Herbert admitted.
“Why did you do that?”
“Because I wanted to teach him a lesson.”
“What lesson?”