“And you have given up your cathedral work here?” “Yes. It was rather sudden—your message coming unexpectedly. Strictly, I might have been made to finish out the week. But I pleaded urgency and I was let off. I would have deserted any day at your command, dear Sue. I have deserted more than that for you!” “I fear I am doing you a lot of harm. Ruining your prospects of the Church; ruining your progress in your trade; everything!” “The Church is no more to me. Let it lie!

