"Yes, he is very ignorant," answered Percy, falling into the trap. "Is it—hard to learn to act?" he added.
"Not if you have talent and education. Do you think of trying the stage?"
"I might some time," said Percy, flattered by the question.
"If you do, I hope you will succeed. Now, Mr. Dixon, I must bid you good night, as my friend Ralph and myself are fatigued with our acting and must get to bed."
"Good evening!" said Jed, raising his hat gravely.
"Good evening!" returned Percy, more puzzled than ever.
He jumped into the carriage and started to drive home.
"Then it wasn't Jed?" said his mother.
"I suppose not," answered Percy, "but I never in all my life saw such a resemblance."