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either. Not just yet.Later on, Perhaps.'



`Then why have you decided to go?' Bates demanded.



`I've had enough,' said Haperny, restless and uneasy.
`Enough?' Bates was incredulous.`Enough of what?'



`Of working here.'



`Let's get this straight,' said Bates. `You're a valuable man and you've been with us fourteen years. Up to
now, you appear to have been content. Your work has been consistently first-class and nobody has ever
criticized it or you. If you could maintain that record you'd be secure for the rest of your natural life. Do
you really want to throw away a safe and rewarding job?'



`Yes,' said Haperny.



`And with nothing better in prospect?'



`That's right'



Leaning back in his chair, Bates stated at him speculatively.



`Know what I think? I think you had better see the medic.'



I don't want to,' Haperny said.' What's more, I don't have to- and I'm not going to.'



He might certify that you're suffering from the nervous strain of overwork. He might recommend that you
be given a good, long rest,' urged Bates. `You could then take an extended vacation on full pay. Go