It is just possible that he may pass by some lucky fluke.

It is not always the best workers who get through.

You will give him a coach, of course.

Oh, I see," reading Dinah's expression correctly, "he may have a dozen coaches if he needs them; but if you care to consult me when the time comes, I think I know the right man for cramming." "Oh, thank you--thank you!" in a fervent tone of gratitude; "how good you are to listen to me so patiently!" "My dear lady--" in a friendly tone of remonstrance.

"But there is something else you want to say." "Only this: if Cedric does not pass, what are we to do with him?
You know he has utterly refused to enter the Church or to study for the law.