Everywhere he was received with enthusiasm, and made as
much money, in one month as he would do here in four. Now why
shouldn't I go to Australia?"
Harry's eyes sparkled.
"It would be a fine thing to do," he said.
"Then you would be willing to accompany me?"
"I would thank you for taking me," answered the boy.
"That is well!" said the professor, in a tone of satisfaction. "I
confess I shouldn't like to go alone. It would be a great undertaking,
but with a companion it would seem different. But, is there anyone who
would object to your going?"
"Yes," answered Harry, smiling, "Mr. Fox, my 'guardeen,' would."
"We won't mind Mr. Fox. Very well, then, Harry, we will consider it
settled. I shall rely on you to help me by your singing there as you
do here. As to your wages, I may be able to pay you more."
"Never mind about that, professor. It will cost you a good deal to get
us there. I am perfectly willing to work for the same sum I do now, or
even less, on account of the extension of the trip."
"Then you leave that matter to me. I won't take advantage of your
confidence, but you shall prosper if I do."
"How soon do you propose to go, professor?" asked Harry, with
interest.
"As soon as possible. I shall ascertain when the first packet leaves
Boston, and we will take passage in her.
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