"We will use this in a day or two.

You can apply at the cashier's office for your cheque when you like.

But if you don't mind my saying so, there are little touches here, repetitions, that might be improved, I think." Burton thanked him and went home with money in his pocket.

He undressed the boy, who sleepily demanded a bath, put him to sleep in his own bed, and threw himself into an easy-chair.

It was late, but he had not troubled to light a lamp.