But my friend here takes to it as naturally as a duck takes to water." "Have you brought me another essay, Mr.'Franklin' ?" asked the editor, turning to Harry.

"I address you by your _nom de plume_, not knowing your real name." "Permit me to introduce my friend, Harry Walton," said Oscar.
"Harry, where is your story ?" "I have brought you in a story," said Harry, blushing.

"It is my first attempt, and may not suit you, but I shall be glad if you will take the trouble to examine it." "With pleasure," said the editor.

"Is it long ?" "About two columns.

It is of a humorous character." The editor reached out his hand, and, taking the manuscript, unrolled it.