You had better go at once to bed." It was hopeless for Eric to attempt getting along without help, so Duncan at once got up, took him by the arm, and with much difficulty (for Eric staggered at every step) conducted him to his bed-room.
Wildney's condition was also too evident; and Mr.Rose, while walking up and down the dormitories, had no doubt left on his mind that both Eric and Wildney had been drinking.

But he made no remarks to them, and merely went to the Doctor to talk over the steps which were to be taken.
"I shall summon the school," said Dr.Rowlands, "on Monday, and by that time we will decide on the punishment.

Expulsion, I fear, is the only course open to us." "Is not that a _very_ severe line to take ?" "Perhaps; but the offence is of the worst character I must consider the matter." "Poor Williams!" sighed Mr.Rose, as he left the room.
The whole of the miserable Sunday that followed was spent by Eric and his companions in vain inquiries and futile restlessness.

It seemed clear that two of them at least were detected, and they were inexpressibly wretched with anxiety and suspense.

Wildney, who had to stay in bed, was even more depressed; his head ached violently, and he was alone with his own terrified thoughts.