"Maid: 'Yes, sir.'
"'Something very serious?'
"'Yes, sir.'
"'I believe you left?'
"'Yes, sir.'
"'When you left, did she mention it to your new mistress?'
"'No, sir.'
"'If she had done so, do you think you would have got your present situation?'
"'No, sir.'
"'If she were to mention it, do you think your mistress would keep you?'