It was a turning-point in Edward Bok's life, as he felt at the time and as he saw more clearly afterward.
He remained in touch with his friend, however, keeping him advised of his progress in everything he did, not only at that time, but all through his later years.

And it was given to Edward to feel the deep satisfaction of having Mr.Cary say, before he passed away, that the boy had more than justified the confidence reposed in him.

Mr.Cary lived to see him well on his way, until, indeed, Edward had had the proud happiness of introducing to his benefactor the son who bore his name, Cary William Bok..