The director rehearsed the cast incessantly in the days leading up to opening night, and as a result they were tired and cranky when it arrived.

[…]for St. Xavier's looks down on boys who ‘go native all-together.’ One must never forget that one is a Sahib, and that some day, when examinations are passed, one will command natives.

I sagged with relief, delighted to finally talk to someone who didn't speak Freedonian, and an adult besides.

That the last zombie? Here. Let me get that for ya. BLAM!