"That's dangerous—especially for a young lady. Some of them boarding houses—well, they're no better'n they ought to be."
"I don't suppose you know of any?"
"My aunt keeps one. And she's got a vacancy, it being summer."
"I'm afraid it'd be too expensive for me," said Susan, to feel her way.
The young man was much flattered. But he said, "Oh, it ain't so toppy. I think you could make a deal with her for five per."
Susan looked inquiring.
"Five a week—room and board."
"I might stand that," said Susan reflectively. Then, deciding for complete confidence, "I'm looking for work, too."
"What line?"
"Oh, I never tried anything. I thought maybe dressmaking or millinery."