Next day Paul purchased a ticket for Chicago.
As he stood at the depot waiting for his train his attention was drawn to the pale and sorrowful face of a woman who had just inquired the price of a ticket to Chicago, and, as if it were beyond her means, turned away with a deep sigh.
"Are you in trouble, madam?" he asked.
"Yes," she answered. "It is important for me to go to Chicago, but I have not money enough within five dollars."
"I will advance the money," said Paul, stirred with pity.
"God bless you, young man!" exclaimed the lady, fervently. "You don't know how important it is for me to make this journey."
CHAPTER XL.
THE LADY'S SECRET.
With great politeness Paul selected a seat for the lady, took charge of her traveling-bag, and then, without betraying the least curiosity, took a seat in front of her.