# In Which Peace Is Declared explained — Mike

> Chapter companion for Mike by P. G. Wodehouse.

## What happens

Mike and Adair reconcile after their fight, discussing Adair's injured wrist and the upcoming cricket match. They agree to play together against Wrykyn, and Mike suggests arranging a match with his old school. The chapter ends with the two walking to school in the rain, having made peace.

## Themes in this chapter

### Brotherhood and Rivalry

Mike and Adair's reconciliation after their fight highlights the transition from rivalry to mutual respect and teamwork.

### Ambition and Sacrifice

Adair's dedication to Sedleigh's cricket and his willingness to play despite injury reflect ambition and sacrifice for the team.

## Character check-ins

### Mike Jackson

Reconciles with Adair, agrees to play in the match, and suggests arranging a fixture with Wrykyn.

### Adair

Has sprained his wrist in the fight, but is eager to play; makes peace with Mike.

### Psmith

Mentioned as having informed Mike about Adair's misunderstanding; also jokes about jam.

### Mr. Downing

Mentioned as the master Mike avoids; Adair says he is not a bad sort.

### Strachan

Captain of Wrykyn; Mike plans to write to him about arranging a match.

## Key lines

> Sprained his wrist? said Mike. How did he do that? During the brawl. Apparently one of his efforts got home on your elbow instead of your expressive countenance, and whether it was that your elbow was particularly tough or his wrist particularly fragile, I don't know. Anyhow, it went.

Mike learns that Adair sprained his wrist during their fight when his punch hit Mike's elbow.

_Explains Adair's injury and its cause._

> I say, awfully sorry about your wrist. Oh, that's all right. It was my fault.

Mike apologizes for Adair's injury, but Adair takes the blame.

_Shows the beginning of their reconciliation._

> Let's get a match on with Wrykyn. What! They wouldn't play us. Yes, they would. At least, I'm pretty sure they would. I had a letter from Strachan, the captain, yesterday, saying that the Ripton match had had to be scratched owing to illness. So they've got a vacant date.

Mike suggests arranging a cricket match with Wrykyn, as they have a free date due to a cancelled fixture.

_Key plot point: Mike uses his connections to benefit Sedleigh._

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