The fifth and sixth rounds were marked by the departure of most of the spectators, and in the end a draw was the only possible verdict.
"But what about the plug, old scout?" asked Percival, as they wandered back to their quarters.
"As referee," answered Binnie, "I gave a draw; as Battalion Boxing Board of Control I order the match to be re-fought in six months' time, to give the men a chance to get into condition; and meanwhile as stakeholder I continue to hold the five francs and the bath-plug."
Profiteer (to M.F.H.). "Look 'ere!—this is the third time I've been out with your crowd, an' y' 'aven't caught a fox. Best thing you can do is to gimme back me 'sub' an' sell yer bloomin' dogs!"
Blusterous Person (who has forced a cigar on unwilling Club acquaintance). "There my boy—you don't often smoke a thing like that! That's something like a cigar, Eh?"
The Victim. "Yes—something. What is it?"