"How did Dr. Slasher like what I sent him?" she asked, with a smile.
"First-class, ma'am," replied Tommy, "only it was a mistake of mine, and I've brought you a bokay from the doctor."
"I'm sure I feel very much obliged to the doctor, and you are a very good boy," she exclaimed, much gratified at the present. "Here's a shilling for you."
This was intended as a gratuity for Tommy, but he thought she wanted to pay for the flowers, and that it was his duty to take the money back to his employer.
"Please, ma'am, that ain't enough," he remarked.
"Why not?"
"It cost two-and-six. I want a shilling and sixpence more."
CHAPTER XIV.
A DOSE FOR THE DOCTOR.
A look of displeasure crossed Mrs. Jones' face, but she handed Tommy the money.