"I would if there was any chance of getting it, but I'm afraid my own chance is slim enough."
"If I only got Grey's salary, I wouldn't ask favors of anybody; but how is a fellow to get along on ten dollars a week?"
"Just so. Well, good-night."
"Good-night."
Baker walked off, and Maurice Walton walked on by himself. He had taken but a few steps when Mr. Grey, quickening his pace, laid his hand upon his shoulder.
"Mr. Walton," said he.
Maurice turned quickly.
"You must excuse the liberty I have taken in addressing you, being a stranger; but I heard you, when in conversation with the young man who has just left you, mention the name of Gilbert Grey."
"Yes, sir, I mentioned his name," said Maurice. "Do you know him?"
"I have spoken with him, but I know very little about him. I judge that you do."