"You may be sent for again, perhaps, by the same person."
"Jest as likely as not!"
"You seem a shrewd, sensible fellow, friend!"
"Wal, yes, our folks used to say I was a cute chap."
"And pick up a little information about almost everybody, I dare say!"
"Sartainly, I am generally considered purty wide awake!"
"Very well, just keep an eye on this lady—make a little inquiry in the shops and groceries about the neighborhood—I should like to learn more about her. You understand!"
Jacob nodded his head.
"You shall be well paid for the trouble—remember that!"
"Jest so!" was the composed answer.