[ That must have been an acceptable answer, because Childermass considers it quietly, then nods and moves on again. ]

Then you'll be glad to hear you both survive. [ In some fashion, just not one he has much explanation for. ] My departure had more to do with a disagreement than anything else. When it came down to having to choose between myself or that damn Lascelles, I am sad to say he made the wrong choice.

[ Yet again. ]