CHAPTER XVIII.
FAREWELL TO PENTONVILLE "I have come to say good-by, Rose," said Ben, as the young lady made her appearance.
"Good-by!" repeated Rose, in surprise.

"Why, where are you going ?" "To New York." "But you are coming back again ?" "I hope so, but only for a visit now and then.

I am offered a position in the city." "Isn't that rather sudden ?" said Rose, after a pause.
Ben explained how he came to be offered employment.
"I am to receive higher pay than I did here, and a home besides," he added, in a tone of satisfaction.

"Don't you think I am lucky ?" "Yes, Ben, and I rejoice in your good fortune; but I shall miss you so much," said Rose frankly.
"I am glad of that," returned Ben.

"I hoped you would miss me a little.