"He might have accepted, and then we should have been in a pretty pickle."
"Mark," said his father, rather irritated, "will you be kind enough to leave me to manage my own affairs? I believe I have succeeded pretty well so far."
"Yes, you have," Mark admitted. "All the same, we'd better keep clear of Frank till we get safely off on the steamer."
CHAPTER XXIV
A DISCOURAGING DAY
The next day was indeed a trying one and one of many experiences for Frank.
The first lady did not buy any tea, to be sure, but seemed sorry that she was already supplied, and questioned Frank as to what success he was meeting with.
When twelve o'clock came, Frank had not sold a single pound. Even if he earned nothing however, he had an appetite and must buy lunch.