CHAPTER XXXIII
HAROLD'S PLOT FAILS
Luke wore a sack coat with side pockets. It was this circumstance that had made it easy for Harold to transfer the wallet unsuspected to his pocket.
Quite ignorant of what had taken place, Luke kept on his way to Mrs. Merton's house. He rang the bell, and on being admitted, went up, as usual, to the room of his patroness.
"Good morning, Luke," said Mrs. Merton, pleasantly.
"Good-morning," responded Luke.
"I don't think I shall go out this morning, and I don't think of any commission, so you will have a vacation."
"I am afraid I am not earning my money, Mrs. Merton. You make it very easy for me."
"At any rate, Luke, the money is cheerfully given, and I have no doubt you find it useful. How are you getting along?"