CHAPTER VI. GRIT'S RECOMPENSE.
No time was lost in arraying Willie in clothes more suitable for him. The little boy was glad to lay aside Grit's old suit, which certainly was not very becoming to him.
"Are we going now, papa?" asked the little boy.
"Yes, Willie; but first I must express to this good lady my great thanks for her kindness."
"I have done but little, sir," said Mrs. Brandon; "but that little I was very glad to do."
"I am sure of that," said the visitor cordially.
"If you remain in the neighborhood, I shall hope to see your little boy again, and yourself, also."
"I will come," said Willie promptly.
"He answers for himself," said his father, smiling, "and he will keep his promise. Now, Grit," he said, turning to the young boatman, "I will ask you to accompany me to the hotel."