It is a pity that they are homely birds.

There is no great sale for such things here.

I cannot give you more than five shillings each, but if you had them in London they would be worth a great deal more." Frank gladly accepted the offer, and feeling sure that the pound would cover the damage done and the fine, which might be five shillings apiece for trespassing, went home in good spirits.

The next morning the doctor was called out in the middle of school, and presently returned accompanied by the farmer with whom they had had the altercation on the previous day.

Frank felt his cheeks flush as he anticipated a severe reprimand before the whole school.
"Mr.Gregson," the doctor said, "tells me that two of my boys were out near his place at Eastry yesterday.