"Oh, I beg your pardon, sir," said the young man, his manner entirely altered. "I will speak to Mr. Hamlin at once."
Though the broker was engaged with another person he waited upon Nicholas without delay, inviting him to take a seat in his private office.
"Are you desirous of obtaining large interest, Mr. Bundy?" he asked.
"No, sir; I want something solid, that won't fly away. I've worked for my money and don't want to lose it."
"Precisely. Then I can recommend younothing better than Government bonds. They pay a fair interest and the security is unquestionable."
"Government bonds will suit me," said the miner. "You may buy them."
The purchase was made and Nicholas enquired:
"What shall I do with them? I don't want to carry them around with me. Is there any place of safety where I can leave them while I am absent on a journey?"
"Yes, sir; you want to place them with a safe deposit company. I will give you a note to one that I can recommend."
This advice seemed good to Mr. Bundy. He presented himself at the office of the company and deposited the bonds, receiving a suitable certificate.