“May I examine the mine?”
“You are quite welcome to, sir.”
Possibly the fact that this mine alone had not been pressed upon him for purchase, predisposed Mr. Compton to regard it with favor. Every facility was offered him, and Jack Holden, who thoroughly understood his business, gave him the necessary explanations.
After an hour spent in the examination, Mr. Compton came to business.
“Is the mine for sale?” he asked.
“Yes, sir.”
“What is your price?”
“Twenty-five thousand dollars.”
“Is that your lowest price?”
“It is.”