Susan had a nephew about Frank's age, and she was prepared to give the necessary information. The old gentleman, who had no business to attend to, was delighted to have something to fill up his time. He went out directly after breakfast, or as soon as he had read the morning paper, and made choice of the articles already described, giving strict injunctions that they should be sent home immediately.
This was the way Frank got his new outfit.
When our hero came downstairs Mr. Bowen was waiting eagerly to see the transformation. The result delighted him.
"Why, I shouldn't have known you!" he exclaimed, lifting both hands. "I had no idea new clothes would change you so much."
"I don't know how to thank you, sir," said Frank, gratefully.
"I never should have thought of it if it hadn't been for Susan."
"Then I thank you, Susan," said Frank, offering his hand to the girl, as she entered the room.
Susan was pleased. She liked to be appreciated; and she noted with satisfaction the great improvement in Frank's appearance.
"You are quite welcome," she said; "but it was master's money that paid for the clothes."
"It was your kindness that made him think of it," said Frank.