Of course Joe’s first visit was to his old place of business. He received a hearty greeting from Watson, his deputy.
“I am glad to see you, Joe,” said he, grasping our hero’s hand cordially. “When did you arrive?”
“Ten minutes ago. I have made you the first call.”
“Perhaps you thought I might have ‘vamosed the ranch,’” said Watson, smiling, “and left you and the business in the lurch.”
“I had no fears on that score,” said Joe. “Has business been good?”
“Excellent. I have paid weekly your share of the profits to Mr. Morgan.”
“Am I a millionaire yet?” asked Joe.
“Not quite. I have paid Mr. Morgan on your account”—here Watson consulted a small account-book—“nine hundred and twenty-five dollars.”
“Is it possible?” said Joe, gratified. “That is splendid.”
“Then you are satisfied?”