You played the first trick and won.

But now you must tell us what became of the 'Red Rover,' the next day." "But we can't," exclaimed George.

"We hunted--" "Of course you did," laughed Harriet.

"We were watching you all the time." The faces of the boys grew crimson.

Forks were dropped on plates with a noisy clatter.
"What's the use ?" cried George Baker, getting up hurriedly.