“A great deal better,” was replied by Miss Peter. “I've tried them both, and wouldn't go back to a store again on any account. If I can serve your friend, I shall be most happy.”
“Thank you!” returned Flora; “you are very kind.”
“Not at all; I'm always glad when I can be of service to any one. You think you'd like to go into a bindery?”
“Yes. I've come to the city to get employment, and haven't much choice.”
“There's no place like the city,” remarked the other. “I'd die in the country—nothing going on. But you won't stagnate here. When did you arrive?”
“To-day.”
“Have you friends here?”
“No. I brought a letter of introduction to a lady who resides in the city.”
“What's her name?”
“Mrs. Bray.”