She waited for an hour or two, during which time Letty made several attempts to account for the non-appearance of her mistress, who, she said, was away on a visit, but was expected back every minute; and when supper was ready she partook of that meal alone, and after a short evening spent in reading she went to bed in the chamber which Letty prepared for her.
Before she retired, Letty, who had shown herself a very capable attendant, said to her: "Wot's your name, miss?
I allus likes to know the names o' ladies I waits on.'' "My name," said the lady, "is Mrs Null.".