10/28 How far have you come to-day ?" "About thirteen miles, sir, from home." "On foot ?" "Yes sir." "And you want half a dozen more to-night ?" "No sir," said Winthrop, smiling, -- "not if I might choose." "You'll find a day. Your father spoke to me about your lodgings. You can lodge here, where I do; only twelve shillings a week. I'll speak to Mrs.Nelson about it; and you can just make yourself at home. I'm very glad to see you." 'Make himself at home'! Winthrop's heart gave an emphatic answer, as he drew up a chair the opposite side of the fireplace. |