"Then we will go and have some dinner, first of all."
This proposal was satisfactory to the little girl, who took Ben's hand and walked up toward Washington Street with him.
On School Street they found an eating-house which did not appear too high in price, and Ben led Emma in.
They seated themselves at a table, and ordered dinner. Just opposite sat a pleasant-looking man, of middle age. He was fond of children, and his attention was drawn to little Emma.
"Is that your sister?" he inquired of Ben.
"No, sir," answered Ben.
"No relation?"
"No, sir; she is from New York. She is going to board with my aunt."
"Does your aunt live in Boston?"
"No, sir; in Milltown."