Horace Mann agreed readily, and soon he and the real estate broker and Nat left the residence. On the main streets of Trenton many stopped to stare after them. Among the number was the man who had spoken to Mr. Garwell, and insisted that the real estate broker was Mr. Mann.
"I apologize," said the man, promptly. "But I reckon you'll admit the resemblance is simply wonderful."
"I do admit it," was the answer. "Still, that doesn't make me anybody but myself."
Horace Mann insisted upon taking John Garwell and Nat to dinner, and treated them to the best the restaurant afforded.
"After this I'm going to wear a badge, so my wife will know me," said the Trenton man. "And I'll never dare to come to New York, for fear of being taken for you."
CHAPTER XVIII
NAT MEETS HIS UNCLE
"Nat, if you wish to do me a favor, do not mention this affair to anybody in New York," said John Garwell, when the pair were on the train, bound for the metropolis.
"I won't say a word, sir."