The German turned, and his confidence was inspired by the friendly interest of Graham's manner.
"I go to Minnesota," he said, "where my brother live."
"Exactly, and you want a ticket to go there?"
"Yes, I want a ticket. Do they sell him here?"
"No," said Graham. "That is, they do sell tickets here; but they ask too much."
"I will not pay too much," said the German, shaking his head decisively.
"Of course not; I will take you to a cheaper place."
"That is good," said the German, well pleased. "It is luck I meet mit a friend like you."
"Yes," said Graham, linking his arm in that of his new acquaintance. "I don't like to see a worthy man cheated. Come with me. How much money have you?"
This inquiry ought to have excited the suspicions of the German; but he was trustful, and answered promptly, "Two hundred dollar."