He succeeded in interesting his little pupil, and did not protract his
term of study so as to weary him.
Finding that the little fellow was fond of hearing stories, he read to
him every day a story or two from Hans Christian Andersen, or from a
collection of German fairy stories, and sometimes went out to walk with
him.
Freddie was delighted with his teacher, and freely expressed his
approval to his mother and grandfather.
"Really, Frank," said Mrs. Gordon, "I shall begin to be jealous of your
hold upon Freddie. I am not sure but he likes your company better than
mine."
"I don't think Freddie will prefer anyone to his mother," said Frank;
"but I am glad he likes to be with me."
"You have certainly proved very successful as a private tutor, Frank,"
said Mrs. Gordon, "and my father tells me you succeeded equally well as
a secretary."
"It is partly because you both treat me so indulgently," answered Frank,
gracefully.
This answer pleased Mr. Percival and Mrs. Gordon, who more than ever
congratulated themselves upon the lucky chance that had thrown Frank in
their way.
Assuredly he made himself very useful in the small household,
contributing to the comfort and pleasure of Freddie, his mother and
grandfather in nearly equal measure.
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