It was natural to take the biggest sort of interest in this game, which was to decide which school was the "champion." "I'm sorry to see your crowd in such high spirits, Prescott," said Ted Teall, coming up.

"It'll be all the harder for Central Grammar to bear when the score is announced." "You're sure of winning, then, Teall ?" Dick inquired.
"Absolutely certain!" Captain Ted rejoined.
"We're going to set off a big bonfire this evening, Ted," Captain Prescott rejoined.

"If we win to-day will you agree to be on hand to light the fire ?" "Yes; if you win," agreed Ted.

"But you can't!".