“I like his appearance, and will take him at once, if you say so. I have been in the habit of paying five dollars a week.”
“It is as much as I expected him to earn for the present. Gilbert, this gentleman is willing to give you a place in his office.”
Gilbert had already formed a favorable opinion of Mr. Sands and he answered promptly, “I am very much obliged to him, and shall be glad to be in his employ.”
Mr. Sands looked pleased.
“May I ask what is your business, sir?” continued Gilbert.
“I am a broker; my office is at No. — Wall Street.”
“I am afraid you will find me very ignorant of business,” said Gilbert; “but I hope to learn rapidly.”
“There is nothing that will puzzle you at first. If you remain any length of time, there will be something to learn.”
“I have assured Mr. Sands,” said Mr. Briggs, “that he can rely upon your honesty. His last boy was discharged for lack of that very necessary quality.”
“I don’t think he will be disappointed in me, so far as that goes,” said Gilbert, proudly.