The master was not due for an hour, so Dorris remained until he came, Excusing himself by the reflection that he would never see the girl again, and that he was entitled to this pleasure because of the sacrifice he had resolved to make.
"The Mystery of the Locks"
Edgar Watson Howe
Restlessly he watched the hours away, now blaming, now Excusing, anon dreaming of his coming bliss, then fidgeting and fearing disappointment from being too forward in its demanding.
"The Maid of Maiden Lane"
Amelia E. Barr
The Princess shook hands in the European fashion, and accepted the Resident's arm, smiling and bowing as if Excusing herself to Hilton.
"One Maid's Mischief"
George Manville Fenn