“Why, Mr. Vivian, my services would never be worth ten dollars a week. Remember, sir, I am only a boy, and inexperienced as a teacher.”
“I believe you will do Fred more good than an older and more experienced teacher. He takes to you, and will work cheerfully with you, while I don’t think he would with the other.”
“But ten dollars a week is a large sum for you to pay, Mr. Vivian.”
“I believe in paying a good price, and requiring good, faithful work, such as I think you will render.”
“I will try to render it, at any rate, sir.”
“Then it is a bargain, is it?”
“Yes, sir, if you say so. I need not say that it will be a very great help to me.”
“I know that, Gilbert; and I am glad to be able to serve you, at the same time that I serve myself. When I was a boy I was in limited circumstances. The memory of my own past makes me considerate of others. Now, when will you begin?”
“This evening, if you like.”
“I should like it. We will expect you then. Here is a week’s pay in advance.”