"You—er—you think the house is keener, Kennedy, than when you first came in?"
"Yes, sir. They are getting quite keen now. We might win the sports."
"I hope we shall. I wish we could win the football cup, too, but I am afraid Mr Blackburn's are very heavy metal."
"It's hardly likely we shall have very much chance with them; but we might get into the final!"
"It would be an excellent thing for the house if we could. I hope Fenn is helping you get the team into shape?" he added.
"Oh, yes, sir," said Kennedy. "We share the captaincy. We both sign the lists."
"A very good idea," said Mr Dencroft, relieved. "Good night, Kennedy."
"Good night, sir," said Kennedy.