Carl entered, took off his coat, and sat down.
"When's the great match to come off?" he asked. He was always posted up on racing; he liked a flutter and never lost an opportunity of getting a useful hint.
"Hardly know yet," said Fred. "I expect we'll have to wait until Mr.
Chesney gets leave. He'll want to see both races run."
"And I suppose his horses will win both matches?" said Carl.
"I hope so," said the trainer.
"You're not certain?"
"One can never be sure where racing is concerned," said Fred.
Carl laughed.
"Then what about these big coups that come off? They're pretty sure about them."
"Of course there are real good things, but even they are bowled over," said Fred.