"You won't get it out of me then," retorted the lady, slamming the door in displeasure.
Walter had already made up his mind to this effect, and had started on his way to the gate.
"I wonder if I shall meet many people like her," he thought, and his courage was rather damped.
CHAPTER XXVI. BUSINESS EXPERIENCES.
Walter began to think that selling books would prove a harder and more disagreeable business than he anticipated. He had been brought face to face with meanness and selfishness, and they inspired him with disgust and indignation. Not that he expected everybody to buy his books, even if they could afford it. Still it was not necessary to insult him by offering half price.
He walked slowly up the street, wondering if he should meet any more such customers. On the opposite side of the street he noticed a small shoemaker's shop.
"I suppose it is of no use to go in there," thought Walter. "If they won't buy at a big house, there isn't much chance here."
Still he thought he would go in. He had plenty of time on his hands, and might as well let slip no chance, however small.