"Why should I, Sir John ?" "Well, all I can say is, Rupert, I admire your modesty as much as your skill.

There are few fellows of your age, or of mine either, but would hector a little on the strength of such a reputation.

I think that I myself should cock my hat, and point my moustache a little more fiercely, if I knew that I was the cock of the whole walk." Rupert smiled.

"I don't think you would, Sir John, especially if you were as young as I am.

I know I have heard my tutor say that the fellow who is really cock of a school, is generally one of the quietest and best-tempered fellows going.