I am now going to see him, and, if he be as good as his word, this desert place"-- and he glanced about the room--"will soon brighten as the rose." The entrance of Kate closed the interview.

In a little while, Ellis, after shaving himself, and in every possible way improving his appearance, left the house and went direct to the store of Wilkinson.
"Henry! Is it possible!" exclaimed the latter, in surprise, when Ellis stood before him.
"In my right mind again," was the calm, but firmly spoken answer.
"How glad I am to hear you say so!" And Wilkinson grasped the hand of his old friend, and shook it warmly.
"You remember your promise of yesterday ?" said Ellis.

He spoke seriously.
"To get you a good situation ?" "Yes." "I have not forgotten my word, Henry; and will keep it.

You are a good accountant ?" "I am." "This morning my book-keeper notified me of his intention to leave as soon as I could supply his place.

If you will take the situation at seven hundred and fifty dollars a year, it is open for you." "John Wilkinson!" exclaimed Ellis, seizing the hand of his friend, and exhibiting much agitation.