"I shall do myself ze pleazure, and ze honor of receiving such commands as you shall confide to ze firm," he continued, smiling and bowing gracefully.
"A little investment," returned the visitor, nervously.

"I have a little money, left by my husband, who is at sea.

I have no immediate use for it; but want to put it where it will be entirely safe.

Entirely safe, above all things; a good dividend will not be objectionable.

I am sure, sir, you understand that--" "Ah, madam, you shall zee.