Simmy Dodge is interested in you.
He can get you a berth somewhere.

It may be a humble one, but it will lead to something better.

You are not a drunkard, you are not a loafer.

Now, I will tell you what I intend to do.

If, at the end of a year, you can show me that you--" "Hold on! You are not thinking of offering me money, are you ?" he demanded, flushing angrily.
Her eyes brightened.