"It is imprudent to leave so much money here," he reflected. "If I hadn't come up just as I did, Carden would have got hold of it. What shall I do with it?"
Robert felt that it would not do to carry it round with him, as that would be about as imprudent as to leave it in the locker. He decided after a little reflection upon leaving it with the manager of the circus, in whom he had every confidence, and deservedly. He accordingly sought Mr. Coleman after the entertainment was over.
"Well, Robert, what is it?" asked the manager, kindly.
"I have a favor to ask of you, sir."
"Very well; what is it?"
"I came near losing all my savings to-night. Will you take charge of this wallet for me? I don't feel safe with it in my possession."
"Certainly, Robert. How much money have you here?"
"Two hundred dollars."
"Whew! You are rich. You say you came near losing it?"
"Yes, to-night."