But why didn't I know before ?" "Sit down, and I'll tell you all about it." So Andy heard the account, which need not be repeated.
"Now," continued the doctor, "I'll tell you what plan I have for you.
Mr.Graves wants to take a boy into his store who will buy an interest in the business and become his partner.

He thinks well of you, and is willing to take you.

What do you say ?" "I'll do whatever you think best, doctor." "Then I think this is a good opening for you.

Mr.Graves wants to retire from business before long.

Probably by the time you are twenty-one he will leave everything in your hands.