Mrs. Ross darted a glance of hatred and suspicion at the widow, whom she mentally accused of scheming for Uncle Obed"s wealth.
"Better let the place, and come to live with us, dear Uncle Obed," she said, sweetly.
"No, thank you. We"ll be good neighbors, Niece Lucinda, and I shall be glad to exchange calls; but I want a home of my own."
And to this determination Mr. Wilkins adhered, in spite of all his niece could say.
So Harry and his mother and his aunt took up their residence at the fine Carrington house, which Uncle Obed took care to support in a befitting manner, though not extravagantly.
He bought a horse and carriage, and engaged Tom Calder as a stable boy, as we have already hinted. Harry began at once to prepare for college, under the care of the minister.
Five years have pa.s.sed away. He is now at Yale College, but comes home often to see his mother and Uncle Obed. He is one of the highest scholars in his cla.s.s, and Uncle Obed is proud of his success.
He is recognized as the heir of Mr. Wilkins, much to the chagrin of Mrs.
Lucinda Ross and family.
Philip is a spendthrift, and is giving his parents serious anxiety. He, too, entered college; but was expelled the first year. It is to be hoped he will some day turn over a new leaf.
For Harry I confidently expect a useful and honorable career, and I am sure that all my young readers will rejoice at the prosperity which has come to the struggling boy.
THE END