It is fortunate I have some qualification for my profession, and its about the only one, said Appleby dryly.
I have seen you comparatively thankful to get one, said Appleby.
Appleby rose, and there was a suggestion of resolute alertness in his attitude, though his head was bent.
Maccario appeared thoughtful, but Appleby said, You had a pass?
Appleby turned from him with a little gesture of disgust, and Maccario, who shrugged his shoulders, went away again.
