"And how do you like University life, Mr. Binney?" inquired Mrs. Toller sweetly, when her husband had recited an impromptu grace, and infused as much originality into it as possible, and the company had settled themselves down to soup and agreeable conversation. Mr. Binney, of course, was anxious to talk about Cambridge, but he did not quite like a question which drew attention to his novice state. "Oh, all University men like University life, Mrs. Toller," he replied. "Though, of course, some are not in a position to appreciate it as much as others." "Oh, Mr. Binney, I'm sure _you_ are in a position to appreciate it," said Miss Tupper gushingly. "I hope I am, Miss Tupper," said Mr. Binney. "Who are the people who do _not_ appreciate it?" asked Mrs. Toller. This gave Mr. Binney the opportunity he wanted of expatiating on the prestige to be gained by membership of a good college, and a wide circle of distinguished athletic acquaintances. Mrs. Toller seemed much interested and put many questions in a tone of innocent inquiry, which had the effect of drawing Mr. Binney into a somewhat fuller account than he would otherwise have given of his manner of life during the past term. Miss Tupper was enchanted with everything she heard. She even clapped her hands. "Oh, do tell me more, Mr. Binney," she cried. "It is all so _young_. I simply love to hear about it. Lucius, why don't you back Mr. Binney up? I believe you are a very wicked boy when you're at college, for all you are so quiet at home. Oh, fie!"