The House Boy is prohibited from eating in bed without specific permission. Permission is generally granted only when the boy is ill or when the kitchen or dining areas are unavailable due to electrical or plumbing issues. Exceptions may be given for products unlikely to spill or cause a mess.

In the example photo, the House Boy has used his earned recreational time to dip into the Master’s alcohol cabinet and has made a bad decision to peel and eat an orange while under the influence. Since punishments are cumulative, he will be disciplined for violation of this rule and for littering, unless the orange peel is properly disposed of. The smirk on his face could also bring punishment if it doesn’t go away immediately when the Master calls him out for eating in bed. While eating and littering are only Level One violations, a sustained smirk could be punished as disrespect or insubordination, especially if it is witnessed by a visitor.