They were not allowed to leave the College bounds, but they might amuse themselves as they pleased in the garden, playground, or gymnasium.

In turns, according to the practising list, they had to devote the time to the piano, and a few even began their prep., though this was not greatly encouraged by Miss Burd, who thought a short brain rest advisable.

One afternoon Ingred walked along the corridor with a big pile of music in her arms.

Just outside the study she met Verity, and saluted her: "Cheerio, old sport! Here's Dr.Linton left his whole cargo behind him to-day.

He rushed off in a hurry and forgot it, and I know he'll be just raging.