"It is a grievous thing for me, though," said Mark. "It takes away my income, and I don't see how mother and I are going to live."
"How much were you paid?"
"About three dollars and a half a week. Sometimes I made a little more by over-work."
"You have no occasion to be disturbed. I was about to propose that you should leave your place."
Mark looked surprised.
"I will take you into my own employ," added Anthony. "How long have you been coming to me?"
"A week, sir."
"You may retain five dollars in compensation from the money you hold of mine, and hereafter, as you will give me your whole time, you shall be paid at the rate of a dollar a day—that is, seven dollars a week."
"But, sir, you are overpaying me," protested Mark, who thought this compensation magnificent.
"Be it so. I can afford it. Let me know when you need more money."