I propose that during the time you mess with us you shall only pay one guinea per week; and as for entrance money, why I think I must not charge you more than a couple of guineas.
Have you any money ?" "Yes," I replied, "I have three guineas and a half left." "Well, then, give me the three guineas, and the half-guinea you can reserve for pocket-money.

You must write to your friends immediately for a further supply." I handed him the money, which he put in his pocket.

"Your chest," continued he, "you shall bring down here, for Mrs Trotter will, I am sure, if I request it, not only keep it in order for you, but see that your clothes are properly mended.

She is a charming woman, Mrs Trotter, and very fond of young gentlemen.

How old are you ?" I replied that I was fifteen.
"No more! well, I am glad of that, for Mrs Trotter is very particular after a certain age.