"It is none too good."
"But I ought to pay for it out of the money I may earn with the boat."
"Never mind that, Lawry," added Mr. Sherwood.
The young captain explained what had been done during his absence, and informed his interested friend that the steamer was in condition to receive her furniture.
"Shall you have her ready for a trip by to-morrow?" asked Mr.
Sherwood.
"Yes, sir."
"Because I have taken the liberty to engage her, in your name, for several parties."
"You are very kind, sir," replied Lawry.
"Have you fixed upon any price for her?"
"Ethan and I were talking over the matter. We shall need some help on board, and that will cost money. Coal is pretty high up here on the lake."