"Is he working for Mr. Anderson now?"

"Yes; you probably saw him in the office."

"I saw two young men at the case."

"The one I speak of is the youngest. His name is John Clapp."

"There is no danger of my smoking. I don't think it would do me any
good. Besides, it is expensive, and I can't afford it."

"I see we think alike," said Mrs. Anderson, smiling. "I am sure we
will get along well together."

"I shall try not to give you any trouble," said our hero, and his
tone, which was evidently sincere, impressed Mrs. Anderson still more
favorably.

"You won't find me very hard to suit, I hope. I suppose you will be
here to supper?"

"If it will he quite convenient. My trunk is at the tavern, and I
could stay there till morning, if you wished."

"Oh, no, come at once. Take possession of the room now, if you like,
and leave an order to have your trunk brought here."

"Thank you. What is your hour for supper?"

"Half-past five."