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16 “For heaven’s sake, don’t torture me. Give me the book and have it your own way, whatever it is you want.”

She laughed, gave him the book, and he was at the table instantly, sweeping back the dishes with a ruthless hand.

“No, no, into the study you go, while I make a descent on your landlady, rescue your clothes, and get the license and the minister, my liege lord.”

She settled him at his desk, where he was immediately lost to his surroundings.

Bambi slipped out noiselessly, dressed for the street, humming a little song, and presently departed.

Meanwhile, his first recitations being over, the Professor returned for two hours’ research in his study, to find Jarvis ensconced there, oblivious to the outside world. “Go away, go away!” he shouted to Professor Parkhurst.

“I’ll trouble you to get out of my study,” said the Professor.

“You’ll get your filthy money in due time, my good woman, so go away!” cried Jarvis.

“Whom are you addressing? Good woman, indeed!”