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But he must be very good, and not lose his temper, or spend his

money foolishly. She was only a year older than he was, but she

knew so much more of life. He must be sure, also, to write to her

by every mail, and to say his prayers each night before he went

to sleep. God was very good, and would watch over him. She would

pray for him, too, and in a few years he would come back quite

rich and happy.

The lad listened sulkily to her and made no answer. He was

heart-sick at leaving home.