"It's a question what he'll do."
"I'd back him every time."
"You are quite enthusiastic about him," said Le Baron, looking at him with a little quizzical surprise.
"He's a man," said Stover stoutly.
"Of course, the football captaincy will probably be between you two."
"Regan?" said Stover, amazed.
"Either you or Regan."
Stover had never thought of him as a rival for his dearest ambition. He remained silent, digesting the possibility, aware of Le Baron's searching inquiry.
"Of course, you have nine chances out of ten, but the race is a long one."
"He would make a good captain," Stover said slowly.