“Won’t you use mine?” asked Harry.
“I object to that,” said Rupert.
“That will place you on equal terms.”
“I doubt that,” said Rupert, with a sneer which made his meaning plain.
“I will use the skates I have on,” said Tom, quietly.
“Clear the track!” exclaimed Harry.
The two boys took their positions side by side, both eager for the race.
CHAPTER III.
THE RACE ON ROUND POND.
HARRY JULIAN gave the word.