“Oh, no! I couldn’t play more’n a pig,” said Morris decidedly. “I’ll have to be a clerk, and stick to business.”
“You’ll make more money in the end that way, Morris, even if your name isn’t printed in capitals.”
They retired into a small room adjoining the stage, to prepare for their appearance.
The professor rubbed his hands in glee.
“Did you see what a house we have, Mr. de Gray?”
“Yes, professor.”
“I think there’ll be a hundred dollars over and above expenses.”
“That will be splendid!” said Philip, naturally elated.
“The firm of Riccabocca and De Gray is starting swimmingly.”
“So it is. I hope it will continue so.”