"Do you wish to remain in your place," she asked, "or would you like to obtain a better education first?"
"To obtain an education," said Dan, promptly.
"Then give notice to your employer of your intention."
Dan did so.
Mrs. Vernon in a second interview informed him that besides defraying his school expenses, she should give him an allowance of fifty dollars a month for his own personal needs.
"May I give a part of it to my mother?" asked Dan.
"No."
His countenance fell, but Mrs. Vernon smiled.
"You don't ask why I refuse," she said.
"I suppose you have a good reason," said Dan, dubiously.