"I am going to speak to this boy—Dean Dunham," said he to Dr. Thorp, when the entertainment was at an end.
"Mr. Gunnison will introduce you. Shall I ask him?"
"I need no introduction. The boy and I have met."
Dean was standing on the platform watching the departing audience, when he saw Mr. Kirby approaching. He felt a little nervous, not knowing what the intentions of his old employer might be.
Kirby paused a moment, and a peculiar smile overspread his countenance.
"I presume you remember me?" he said.
"Yes," answered Dean, coldly.
"I am rather surprised to meet you again under such circumstances."
"I am rather surprised myself—at the circumstances."
"You have become quite a star!" said Kirby with a sneer.