He walked down State Street to the river and back again, amused by the
activity displayed in this busy section of the city
But the time he had allowed himself in Chicago had now expired, so he began
looking around for some high building from the roof of which he could depart
unnoticedThis was not at all difficult, and selecting one of many stores he
ascended by an elevator to the top floor and from there mounted an iron
stairway leading to the flat roof
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As he climbed this stairway he found himself followed by a pleasant looking
young man, who also seemed desirous of viewing the city from the roofAnnoyed
at the inopportune intrusion, Rob's first thought was to go back to the
street and try another building; but, upon reflecting that the young man was
not likely to remain long and he would soon be alone, he decided to wait
So he walked to the edge of the roof and appeared to be interested in the
scenery spread out below himFine view from here, ain't it? said the young
man, coming up to him and placing his hand carelessly upon the boy's
shoulder