CHAPTER VII.
A LESSON IN TACT Mr.Brewster's butler was surprised and annoyed.

For the first time in his official career he had unbent so far as to manifest a personal interest in the welfare of his master.

He was on the verge of assuming a responsibility which makes any servant intolerable.

But after his interview he resolved that he would never again overstep his position.
He made sure that it should be the last offense.

The day following the dinner Rawles appeared before young Mr.Brewster and indicated by his manner that the call was an important one.