Adam's Breed

On his return Gian-Luca went to Millo and tendered his resignation. This he did very simply, giving no excuse, for indeed he had none to offer. "I cannot come back to the Doric," he told Millo. "I cannot any longer be a waiter -- all I can do is to thank you from my heart for your very great kindness and patience."

Millo, who had long since ceased to be surprised at any queer happening in this queerest of worlds, said: "Allora -- and what then?"