“Detained at the last moment by one who had a claim upon me,” was the Reverend Frank’s apology to Lightwood, taking no thought of himself. To which Mrs. Milvey added, taking thought for him, like the championing little wife she was; “Oh yes, detained at the last moment. But as to the claim, Frank, I must say that I do think you are over -considerate sometimes, and allow that to be a little abused.”