“Because the steward asked him if he wouldn’t have a fresh roll for breakfast.”
“Bad,” commented Bert.
“Then how’s this one?” said Pod. “Why is the ocean like a good housekeeper?”
“Oh, we’ll give that one up, too?”
“Because it is very tidy.”
“I can’t stand this; I’m going to bed,” Fleet announced.
“Oh, don’t go to bed, yet; recite some verses,” suggested Chot.
It was surprising how quickly Fleet’s manner underwent a change at that.
“Why, I’ll be glad to oblige if you fellows really want to hear them,” said Fleet, seating himself again.
“Oh, delighted,” said Tom in a dismal tone, which made Pod snicker, and Bert laugh out loud.