I understand that Tempest's debts, on account of which he was removed from the headship last term, are now all honourably settled.

But as he was more than once reported for breaking rules last term, it is only fair that Crofter, whose marks are equal, and against whom no complaint was recorded, should captain the house." That was all.

Tempest, on the whole, looked relieved.

Crofter smiled a satisfied smile.

Pridgin and Wales looked blue; and the Philosophers took time to consider what they thought.
As for me, although Tempest had thrown me over, I could guess what a blow this was for him; not personally, for he would probably be glad to be rid of the responsibility, but as a public disgrace it was sure to wound him keenly.
I longed to be able to go and tell him how sorry I was; but after what had happened last term I dare not.