There is an illness going around the school and the sick bay is full. Sophie and Lucy claim to have this ailment and have gone to see Matron. They are both in their pyjamas and are left in an empty class whilst Matron finds room for them in the sick bay. As soon as she leaves the room they laugh and joke about how silly she is to believe them. Matron has heard every word so returns to the room and gives both girls the paddle