“Ask no more questions now. Dress yourself quickly, as we have a call to make.”
CHAPTER XXIV.
BEN PLAYS A PART.
The suit which Ben had put on was of fine imported cloth, and evidently expensive.
It fitted marvelously well as Ben could see for himself. It was better than the suit he had purchased in Boston, and which was now half worn.
When he was dressed he stepped into the adjoining room.
Mrs. Harcourt regarded him with evident satisfaction.
“The suit fits you admirably,” she said. “It is very becoming.”
“That is what I don’t understand,” said Ben. “How could you select a suit for me before you knew me?”
The lady smiled.