“You cannot possibly be thinking to keep her after you marry?” Viola stopped pacing once again and stared at him, shocked. On this occasion, however, Anthony felt he must make Viola understand his intentions. Marguerite was no secret, but discussing one's mistresses with one's sister was not quite the thing.
“Giving up Marguerite for Lady Sarah would mar any man's contentment,” she answered with such wry humor that he couldn't help a smile.
I am quite content as I am, with the life I lead, and I see nothing about marrying Lady Sarah that would mar my current contentment.” “Viola, you are being far too dramatic, as usual. “You are about to make an irrevocable choice that will ensure nothing but misery for you. “Of course I am upset,” she answered, and resumed pacing. If your expression is anything to go by,” he added, noting how quickly her smile faded, “the end of the world is at hand. “I have no intention of changing my mind. She gave him that beguiling smile that ever since their childhood could get nearly anything out of him she wanted, but this time Anthony was unmoved. “Good, then I have time to change your mind.” She seemed lost in thought, and he hoped she was accustoming herself to his decision.įinally, she stopped pacing and looked at him. He watched as she began to pace back and forth, and neither of them spoke. “Oh, Anthony, really!” Viola cried in dismay and jumped to her feet. “You have chosen a woman who will not care that you have no respect or affection for her, and who will not be hurt that you do not love her, as long as you supply her with a generous allowance and she supplies you with a son.” “I see what you really mean,” Viola said slowly.
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