"Bob Hazleton has just arrived, and wants to take his old place. But, of course, that would not be fair to you."
"Tell the manager to take him back," said Bert eagerly. "I have some important business calling me to Chicago, and I shall be glad to resign."
"You are sure you won't be disappointed?"
"Very sure. I have been wondering how I could resign without embarrassing the company."
"We shall be very sorry to lose you, but if that is the way you feel, Bob is in luck."
Bert played that evening in the presence of his predecessor in the role, and on Saturday took the morning train for Chicago.