Since you must handle the great fortune that I am building for you I have concluded to override the customs of our people for generations.

In other words, I am going to begin to train you, _chiquita_, in business." "Business ?" murmured the girl.

"Ah! That word frightens me--I am so ignorant." "Your first lesson shall not tire or dismay you," promised Don Luis, gently.

"Now, place your chair close beside mine, and look over this ledger with me.

I shall not attempt to make you comprehend too much at first." With pencil and paper beside the ledger, Don Luis read off many items.