Tempest and Sunshine

Joseph did not hesitate long, for the love of money was strong in him, and

he also had a desire for revenging his fancied insult. Julia's manner

toward him was not without its effect, for he felt greatly flattered that

she should choose him for a confidant; so at last he promised to accede to

her proposal on condition that he was well paid.

"It will be well enough," said Julia, "to let her have three or four

letters, as it would not be natural for him to forget her immediately, you

know."

"Oh, yes, ma'am," said Mr. Dunn, "I understand how to do it. Never fear

but I'll fix it right."

"Well, then, here is a part of your pay in advance," said Julia, as she

slipped a ten-dollar note into his hand. At first he seemed inclined not

to take it but finally did so, saying, "I suppose I ought to be paid, for

it's mighty ticklish business."

After having arranged affairs to her satisfaction, Julia bade Mr. Dunn a

very friendly good night, and returned home where she found Fanny employed

in writing an answer to Dr. Lacey's letter. Here, for the present, we will

leave them, until Julia's plot has time to ripen.