In the book "Schoolhouse Mystery" by Gertrude Chandler Warner, a conversation unfolds about a valuable item that has been damaged. One character expresses regret, noting that if not for a hole made by someone, the item could have been worth a considerable amount. The other character, Mr. Alden, acknowledges the item's rarity and admits he is the one responsible for the damage, amusingly apologizing for any hurt feelings caused by the...