“Would you like to have Rodney stay?” he asked.
“Oh yes.”
“How would you like to have him give you lessons in Latin and other studies?”
“I should like it. I am sure he wouldn’t be cross. Are you a teacher, Rodney?”
“I will be your teacher if you are willing to have me.”
“Yes, I should like it. And will you go to walk with me in Central Park?”
“Yes.”
“Then, papa, you may as well engage him. I was afraid you would get a tiresome old man for my teacher.”
“That settles it, Rodney,” said Mr. Sargent, smiling. “Now, Arthur, run out and I will speak further with Rodney about you.”
“All right, papa.”