At this moment Ben made his appearance; but that appearance was so much altered that the young man looked at him in astonishment. He looked thoroughly well dressed, and might have passed readily for the scion of a wealthy family.
"Were two bath-rooms occupied?" asked the proprietor.
"No."
"I thought you said—"
"I was never so surprised in my life," said the assistant. "Did you get changed in the bath?" he asked of Ben.
"Yes," said Ben.
"What made you wear such a ragged suit?"
"I was in disguise," said Ben; "but I've got tired of it, and thrown it off. I think I'll have my hair cut."
"Take a seat," said the proprietor. "I'll cut your hair myself. How will you have it cut?"
"I want to be in the fashion," said Ben. "Make it look as well as you can."