"And to us," sighed Adeline.
"Addie," said Rose, gravely, "don't allow yourself to wish for the death of our young cousin. It would be wicked."
"I know it, Rose; but when I consider how hard you work, and how confined Harry is as a cash-boy, I am strongly tempted."
"Then put away the temptation, and trust to a good Providence to take good care of us. God will not fail us."
"I wish I had your faith, Rose," said her younger sister.
"So you would, Addie, if you had my strength," said Rose, in an affectionate tone. "It is harder for you to be idle than for me to work."
"You are right there, Rose. I only wish I could work. Do you know where Philip and his guardian are staying?"
"Yes; Mr. Codicil told me they were staying at the Metropolitan Hotel."
"Did you ever see Philip?"