"Perhaps she might not consent to be given away, Chester."
Half an hour later Jed met with a surprise, and one not altogether agreeable.
"Hello! you here!" exclaimed an amazed voice that sounded familiar to Jed.
He looked up and saw Percy Dixon approaching.
"Oh, it's you, Percy?" he said. "When did you arrive?"
"This morning. Father and I are staying at the Spray House." This was the largest hotel, and Percy mentioned the name with evident pride.
"It is a nice hotel," responded Jed.
"I should say so. Why, it's the most expensive one here. But you haven't told me how you came here."
"I have been here for some weeks."