“Yes, sir. I was to receive twenty-five dollars for my share.”

“I believe you know Chester Rand?”

“Yes, sir.”

“Do you know where he lives?”

“Yes, sir.”

“Will you ask him to call here to-morrow?”

“I will, sir; but he tells me he has a good place, and would not care to return.”

“I am aware of that. It is possible I may retain you——”

“Oh, sir, if you would!”

“On condition that you agree to serve me faithfully.”