It shows a proper regard for religion.

By-the-bye, John, I hope that you'll see that they have a fire in the church on Sunday." The Honourable Mrs.Morton always went to church, and had no doubt of her own sincerity when she reiterated her prayer that as she forgave others their trespasses, so might she be forgiven hers.

As Reginald Morton had certainly never trespassed against her perhaps there was no reason why her thoughts should be carried to the necessity of forgiving him.
The Paragon wrote two very diplomatic notes, explaining his temporary residence and expressing his great desire to become acquainted with his neighbours.

Neither of the two clergymen were offended, and both of them promised to eat his dinner on Monday.

Mr.Mainwaring was very fond of dining out, and would have gone almost to any gentleman's house.