"My father had an apprentice of that name, who affected to be very fond of books; but surely it cannot be he."
"I am sure I don't know. But here comes a client for you, I suppose."
As the latter spoke, a man entered the office, and asked for Mr. Lee.
"That is my name, sir," said Lee, bowing. "Take a chair."
The stranger seated himself, and after a moment's pause, said,—
"I wish you to attend a case for me. I have been sued this morning as an executor of an estate, and the claim set up is a very important one."
The whole case was then stated, with an exhibition of various documents. After Lee had come to understand fully its merits, he asked who was the lawyer of the claimants.
"A young fellow, only admitted yesterday, of the name of Wallace. I am told he has it in charge. He was, however, consulted some months ago, and his services retained, to become active at this time."
Lee turned to his friend, and remarked,—
"So it seems that I am doomed first to come in contact with this young mechanic. He is certainly quick on the trigger. Only admitted yesterday, and to-day pushing on a most important suit. But I will cool him off, I'm thinking."