"You must have some talent," remarked Mr. Holbrook, "or Mr. Mordaunt, who is a manager of reputation, would not have employed you. Is your season over?"
"Yes, sir."
"I think you will suit me. I am obliged to be in New York every day on business, and this leaves Chester alone. I wish you to act as his companion, to go with him on the beach and in bathing, and to look after him while I am away. Are you boarding here?"
"No, sir; I could not afford it."
"I shall arrange to have you take meals here with Chester, but after eight o'clock in the evenings you will be your own master. Now as to the matter of compensation. Will ten dollars a week satisfy you?"
"Ten dollars a week and my meals?"
"Yes."
"I didn't expect so much."
"I like to pay liberally, and expect to be well served."
"When shall I commence, sir?"