Did you assert your superiority--may I ask--when you came into my room without first knocking at the door ?' "'Miss Minerva! Do you wish to remain in my service ?' "'Say employment, Mrs.Gallilee--if you please.

I am quite indifferent in the matter.

I am equally ready, at your entire convenience, to stay or to go.' "Mrs.Gallilee's voice sounded nearer, as if she was approaching the door.

'I think we arranged,' she said, 'that there was to be a month's notice on either side, when I first engaged you ?' "'Yes--at my suggestion.' "'Take your month's notice, if you please.' "'Dating from to-morrow ?' "'Of course!' "My aunt came out, and found me on the stairs.

I tried to rise.