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.