“Come in,” said Gilbert; “or rather, if your room-mate is out, let us adjourn to your room. We shall be more comfortable.”
“Certainly; I shall be glad to have you.”
“Mr. Randolph Briggs, Mr. Ingalls,” said Gilbert, by way of introduction.
“I am glad to make your acquaintance, Mr. Briggs,” said the young man.
Randolph bowed condescendingly.
They went at once to the larger room.
“This is much better,” said Randolph, who seemed surprised to see a sofa.
“Yes, I shall consider myself promoted when I get here.”
“Are you in business, Mr. Briggs?” asked Mr. Ingalls.
“Oh, no, I am preparing for college,” said Randolph; “there is no need of my going into business.”