"One of the things I am going to do, after the Magic works and before I begin to make scientific discoveries, is to be an athlete." "We shall have thee takin' to boxin' in a week or so," said Ben Weatherstaff.

"Tha'lt end wi' winnin' th' Belt an' bein' champion prize-fighter of all England." Colin fixed his eyes on him sternly.
"Weatherstaff," he said, "that is disrespectful.

You must not take liberties because you are in the secret.

However much the Magic works I shall not be a prize-fighter.

I shall be a Scientific Discoverer." "Ax pardon--ax pardon, sir," answered Ben, touching his forehead in salute.