“What’s the matter with them?” demanded Will Pomeroy, supposing at first that Harry might have soiled them in some way.
“Patches seem to be in fashion,” said James, with another sneer.
Of course the attention of all the boys was attracted to Harry’s knee, and the patch, which had hitherto escaped observation, was discovered.
Harry Raymond’s cheek flushed, for he saw that an insult was intended, but he did not at once speak.
“For shame, Turner!” said Will Pomeroy, indignantly, and it was evident that the other boys sympathized with him in his feeling.
“What should I be ashamed of?” retorted Turner.
“For your meanness in twitting Harry with the patch.”
“I didn’t; I only mentioned it.”
“You are envious because he got the prize.”