“Yes, as soon as I get a good excuse.”
“Will you do it to-day?”
“No; it would look strange. You may be sure I won’t keep him long.”
At this point Chester came into the office and was surprised to see Mr. Mullins and Felix already there. Usually the bookkeeper did not show up till half an hour later.
“Good-morning,” said Mullins, smoothly. “Did you dine with Mr. Perkins last evening?”
“Yes, sir.”
“I suppose you went to the theater?”
“No; Mr. Perkins preferred to take a walk, as he has not been in New York since he was a boy. Did you enjoy the play, Felix?”
“Yes, thank you. It was very nice. I am ever so much obliged to Mr. Perkins for the money to go.”
“Mr. Perkins must be a rich man?” said Mullins, interrogatively.