Well, not in the sense you mean, no. I trust not. But you'll forgive me if I worry at any rate. Given that Our Lord has been studying arcane lore, it's possible they've attempted something dangerous and failed.

I quite agree with you that Reg has much to answer for - I only hope his absence means he has sensibly put his journal down to deal with whatever crisis the post signified.

But as to your offer: I appreciate it, I do. But at this hour? Thank you, but it won't be necessary. If you're working this late, it must be important and I would not wish anyone to say I pulled you away on a 'fool's errand' to minister to a wife's fears, which I'm sure will turn out to be unfounded.