But as guardians of morality, often doing good duty in their office, they are persistent.

When Parliament assembled, Mr.Quintin Manx, a punctual member of the House, if nothing else, arrived in town.

He was invited to dine with Lady Wathin.

After dinner she spoke to him of the absent Constance, and heard of her being well, and expressed a great rejoicing at that.

Whereupon the burly old shipowner frowned and puffed.