He went up the steps, and rang the bell. On a servant appearing, he announced his business. This brought about an interview with the landlady.
“Do you wish a room for two?” she asked.
“No; only for this boy.”
“We have a hall bedroom on the third floor, and an attic room,” said the landlady.
“We will look at the hall bedroom.”
It was a small room, about seven feet by nine, and the furniture was very common.
“You can’t expect anything very luxurious, Gilbert,” said Mr. Briggs. “Shall you be contented with this room?”
“Yes, sir,” answered Gilbert, promptly.
“What is your price, madam?” asked Mr. Briggs.
“With board, six dollars a week.”