"Neither have I any cares," answered Thord.
To this the pastor remained silent, but after a while he asked:
"What is your errand this evening?"
"This evening I come to see about my son, who is to be confirmed tomorrow."
"He is a bright boy."
"I did not wish to pay the pastor before I knew what number he is to have on the floor."
"He shall stand number 1."
"So I heard—and here is ten dollars for the pastor."
"Is there anything further?" asked the minister looking up at Thord.
"There is nothing further." Thord went away.