“I shouldn’t have laughed. I know what it’s like to be laughed at by others. It’s painful and … unforgivable.”Jeffery crossed his arms over his chest. “Rubbish. I agree it might be painful if the man were injured or if Mr. Jacobs tossed the can off the roof on purpose. On the contrary, nothing was hurt but the man’s pride—and his clothing, of course. It’s a shame it happened, but it was an accident. Mr. Jacobs did sincerely express his regret, and Lansing tossed the apology off like a bucket of slop.”Micah rubbed his hands on the rag Katherine offered. “And if his duds cost more than a week’s room and board, we’ll stand the extra. I should have been more careful and not allowed that to happen. I’m to blame if anyone is, not you, Miss Roberts.” He shot Katherine an entreating look.She placed an arm around Beth and squeezed. “That’s right. I’m sorry Mr. Lansing’s clothing was ruined, but he might have adopted a better attitude and accepted Micah’s apology.”
