It is possible that I may have to do so.

But I do not mean to say what it is about.' Then he smiled.

'I don't want you to ask any more questions, but just to write to Hester as kindly as you can, saying I don't mean to be godfather any more.

It will be a good excuse in regard to all future babies.' Mrs.Robert was a good wife and did as she was bid.

She worded her refusal as cautiously as she could, and,--on that occasion,--asked her husband no further question.
The prayer that was addressed to the lady of Puritan Grange became the subject of much debate of great consideration, and I may say also of lengthened prayer.