Rupert bought several tickets, and invited the entire Benton family, including his young charge, to attend the performance.
Mrs. Spenser and her daughters received an invitation from Leslie Waters himself. The widow felt quite flattered.
"I am sure, Mr. Waters," she said, "I am proud to think a distinguished actor like you is a lodger of mine. It will seem so odd to see you on the stage. I don't see how you can do it."
"It comes natural to me, Mrs. Spenser," said Leslie, much flattered.
"And do you think you will ever go on the stage as a regular business, Mr. Waters?"
"I will if I have a good opportunity. To be a bell-boy does not satisfy my ambition."
"It is a good, steady business."
"Yes, but I feel that I was born for higher things. Anyone can be a bell-boy, but there are few who are qualified to become actors."
"I wonder your friend Mr. Rollins doesn't act."