"I know that I am," he replied positively.
There was a short silence, when suddenly Stafford said:
"Who is this man that your sister is marrying?"
Virginia laid down her cup of tea and burst out laughing.
"Oh, he's so funny! I'm sure he would amuse you. Such an original! His name is James Gillie."
He liked to encourage her to speak of herself and her family. It seemed to bring them closer together. Pleasantly he asked:
"What does he do, this Mr. Gillie—doctor—lawyer—business man?"
Amused at his curiosity, Virginia shook her head. Laughingly she said:
"Nothing so substantial, I assure you. He's only a shipping clerk—getting about $14 a week—"
Stafford stared in amazement. With an incredulous smile, he exclaimed: