"That's it; that's it exactly."
"But you have not answered my question. Can you commence work at once?"
"Yes, sir."
"Then you may have the position."
"You may come with me," continued Mr. Farrington, as he led the way through the long hall and down the stairs to the flockers. "I have a bright boy who will teach you the duties of the position."
"That will help out, but I shan't be long in learning," replied Jacob.
They had now reached the flockers.
"Here is your assistant," said Mr. Farrington, as Fred came up from behind one of the machines. "I presume you know each other well."
Jacob took a step back involuntarily, and the color seemed to leave his face, as if terrified at our hero's sudden and unexpected appearance before him.