"Money or no money, I want to get even with the boy."
So the worthy pair decided to go on to Cincinnati.
CHAPTER XV.
THE ALLEGHANY HOUSE.
It was a bright, sunny morning when the River Belle touched her pier at Cincinnati. The passengers gathered on deck, and discussed their plans. In one group were Tom, Mr. Waterbury, Jennie Watson, and her mother.
"I am sorry you are going to leave us, Tom," said Jennie; "I shall feel awfully lonely."
"So shall I," said Tom.
"What's the use of going to that hateful California? Why can't you stay here with us?"
"Business before pleasure, Jennie," said her mother. "You mustn't forget that Tom has his fortune to make."