No report was made to the police, and for a wonder no reporter got hold of the circumstance.
Lord Maltravers followed his servant to the hospital, and appeared much concerned about his condition.
After the house surgeon had made an examination he was prepared with his report.
"Is it serious?" inquired Maltravers.
"Very," was the reply.
"Will he live?"
"No. The man will die."
Lord Maltravers could scarcely contain his exultation at this announcement.
"Allow me to ask one more question," he exclaimed.
"With pleasure," answered the house surgeon.