Question
English Language and Literature Question on The Midnight Visitor
Who was Henry? What role did he play in Ausable’s plan?
(The Midnight Visitor)
Answer
Henry was a waiter in the story “The Midnight Visitor”. Though he did not directly know about Ausable’s plan, his name was cleverly used by Ausable as part of a trick. When Max threatened Ausable, Ausable pretended to be calm and mentioned Henry’s arrival with drinks as part of hotel service. This tricked Max into believing someone was coming, which distracted him and led to his fall from the window. Ausable’s quick wit and the mention of Henry saved the day.