"Then to-morrow, if you please,--for I cannot remain longer at present,--we will discuss my whim in detail." "I shall be at your service, Sir." "Good day, Madam! And you, my pretty lad, well met,--what is your name?" "Ferdy, Sir,--Ferdinand Pintal." At that moment, his father, as if reminded of a neglected courtesy, or a business form, handed me his card,--"Camillo Alvarez y Pintal." "Thanks, then, Ferdy, for the pains you took to entertain me. You must let me improve an acquaintance so pleasantly