"Yes, sir."
"Your sister told me you had gone out for it, but did not tell me where."
"Can't you get any money, Jack?" asked Deb, catching his arm.
"Not a cent."
The tears started in the girl's eyes. Here was indeed a blow.
"Well, I'm sorry, but I must have the rent," said Mr. Hammerby, firmly.
"I can't pay it," replied Jack. "If I had the money, nothing would please me more. But I haven't got any pay for the past two weeks' work, and I have but three dollars and a half, and that we must keep for living purposes."
"Humph! When do you propose to pay?"
"In a few days. Just as soon as I get my money from the factory."
"That won't suit me. If I don't have my money by to-night I'll serve you a three-days' notice to quit."