The clergy themselves, who are at the bottom of all the business, don't fuss about every trifle in the prayer-book.

They sign the articles, and have done with it--meaning, of course, to break them, if they stand in their way." Hesper rose in anger.
"How dare you--" she began.
"Good gracious!" cried Sepia, "you don't imagine I meant anything so wicked! How could you let such a thing come into your head?
I declare you are quite dangerous to talk to!" "It's such a horrible business," said Hesper, "it seems to make one capable of anything wicked, only to think about it.

I would rather not say another word on the subject." A shudder ran through her, as if at the sight of some hideously offensive object.
"That would be the best thing," said Sepia, "if it meant not think more about it.

Everything is better for not being thought about.

I would do anything to comfort you, dear.