"Here is his last letter to me," said Mrs. Pamflett, handing it to the miser.
He examined it carefully; the writing was excellent. He returned it to his housekeeper.
"How about his figures?"
"He is splendid at them. That is what he was distinguished for at school."
"Was he distinguished for anything else? For instance, for keeping his own counsel?"
"He can do that."
"Is he fond of pleasure?"
"He wants to get along in the world."
"Willing to work hard?"
"Try him."