Crumpet gambling? [ Benedict laughs, looking properly amused now. ] If only. It'd be quite a story, though maybe not a very exciting one, hmm?

[ He does stop and look around a moment, as if checking to see if there's anyone else around besides their little skull pal, then lowers his voice to a conspiratorial whisper. ]

We actually place bets to see who steeps their tea the longest and still be able to drink it.