"Not now. Perhaps I shall have more time when I am older."
"Nay, never think that. God says, 'Now is the day of salvation.' You may not live to be older."
The conversation was interrupted by Mrs. Netherclift coming in with the tea, and directly after the two boys went out together to a neighbouring mission-hall, where David's father knew they would hear an earnest Gospel message. He, being unable to walk, remained at home, earnestly praying that both lads might get a blessing.
CHAPTER IV.
AN UNEXPECTED TRIAL.