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To the scholars generally it formed a great feature of attraction . `` See , Leslie , '' said Mr Ross , as they neared the school , `` you will still have your favourite element on which to exhibit your prowess . '' `` Yes , I see , papa , but it is nothing compared to the sea . '' It was near noon of a beautiful summer day that they drove up to the private entrance of the school-house ; the sun was shining brightly , and every flower in the garden was alive with beauty and colour . `` If your school career is as bright as this day is , Leslie , it will do . '' `` I will try and make it so , papa . '' `` Do , my son ; mine and your mamma 's thoughts will be constantly travelling to Ascot House . ''