"Very, sir."
"The poor boy will need a kind friend, having lost his father so recently. And now, there is one thing more to be spoken of—your compensation."
"I shall be satisfied with whatever you think right."
"Then we will fix that after your return. But you will need to leave some money with your mother to pay expenses while you are away."
"I can draw from Mr. Rockwell."
"No; if you have money in his hands let it remain. I will advance you a hundred dollars to leave with your mother. I may as well do that now. On Saturday evening, when you are released from your present position, call at the house and receive your ticket and final instructions."
"Thank you, sir."
Mr. Gilbert rang a little bell, and a boy appeared.
"Go to the bank and get this check cashed," said the merchant.
In a few minutes he returned with a roll of bills.