You have always been Mr.Gregory's prize boy, and are now head of the school; while I have always been in his bad books.

But, as you say, Herbert, we have been dear friends, and, come what will, we'll continue so.

We cannot agree on the state of the kingdom, and shall never do so.

We have both taken our views from our parents; and indeed it seems to me that the question is far too difficult a one for boys like us to form any opinion of it.

When we see some of the best and wisest in the land ranging themselves on either side, it is clear that even such a wise noddle as yours--to say nothing of a feather brain like mine--cannot form any opinion on a subject which perplexes our elders and betters." "That is true, Harry; but still--" "No, no, Herbert, we will have no argument.