“I wish I knew enough to go to college,” said Phil; “but I only know a little Latin, and no Greek at all.”
“Well, I never cared much about Latin or Greek, myself. I presume you are thinking about a business position?”
“Yes, I shall try to get a place.”
“You may find a little time necessary to find one. However, you are, no doubt, able to pay your board for awhile.”
“For a short time,” said Phil.
“Well, I may be able to help you to a place. I know a good many prominent business men.”
“I should be grateful to you for any help of that kind,” said Phil, deciding that he was in luck to meet with such a friend.
“Don't mention it. I have had to struggle myself—in earlier days—though at present I am well fixed. What is your name?”
“Philip Brent.”
“Good! My name is Lionel Lake. Sorry I haven't got any cards. Perhaps I may have one in my pocket-book. Let me see!”