It was the one accomplishment she most longed to acquire, and she entered into the first lesson with an eagerness that made her teacher smile approvingly.
Meantime the Major was having his own surprises.

At the office the manager met him on his arrival and called him into his private room.
"Major Doyle," said he, "it is with great regret that we part with you, for you have served our house most faithfully." The Major was nonplussed.
"But," continued the manager, "our bankers, Messers.

Isham, Marvin & Co., have asked us to spare you for them, as they have a place requiring a man of your abilities where you can do much better than with us.

Take this card, sir, and step over to the bankers and enquire for Mr.Marvin.I congratulate you, Major Doyle, on your advancement, which I admit is fully deserved." The Major seemed dazed.

Like a man walking in a dream he made his way to the great banking house, and sent in the card to Mr.Marvin.
That gentleman greeted him most cordially.
"We want you to act as special auditor of accounts," said he.