I have taken up a secular calling, that I may not be embroiled, and that I may be free to marry a wife when the time comes.

Always shall I love and revere those who stand for truth and righteousness; always, I pray, shall I have strength to aid them when occasion serves: but I shall not embark on any crusade upon mine own account.

You may make your mind easy on that score, my friend.

I do not desire strife and controversy." Arthur looked relieved, and smiled his approval.
"Then I trust that on your account, friend Anthony, my fears are needless.

I would that I were not anxious also for our beloved friend and master, John Clarke." "Is he in peril ?" asked Dalaber, with a startled look.