Why, I did not think of doubting him.

But I know your record very well since entering the academy, Merriwell.

It is satisfactory--quite satisfactory.

I do not think you are the sort of a lad to tell a deliberate falsehood--no, sir, no." "Thank you, sir." "That being the case, I shall have to accept your statement--yes, I will accept it.

He said he would call again to-morrow.