My aunt's want of interest in the proceedings expressed itself by a little weary sigh. She leaned back resignedly in her chair.
The General went on with his questions: "What experience have you had as a groom?""I began learning my work, sir, before I was twelve years old.""Yes! yes! I mean what private families have you served in?""Two, sir."
"How long have you been in your two situations?""Four years in the first; and three in the second."The General looked agreeably surprised. "Seven years in only two situations is a good character in itself," he remarked. "Who are your references?"The groom laid two papers on the table.
"I don't take written references," said the General.
"Be pleased to read my papers, sir," answered the groom.