George coughed and became interested in a letter.
"As you did not turn up yesterday," he explained, "I felt it my duty to inquire about you. In the interests of yourself and your wife I endeavoured to do you a good turn."
"Thanks," said Gray. "I'll do the same for you when the time comes."
"Go back to your work," ordered his master, "and don't let it occur again."
"It's no good asking you to have a drink, I suppose?" said Gray.
George Early turned pale and swore softly. "I suppose you know all," he said.
"Everything," Gray confessed. "You're not the only artful one in the firm."
"I'll sack you if you're not careful," cried George.
Gray laughed. He opened the door to go out, but paused on the threshold.
"Keep your eye on the other two," he said significantly.