Jim. But I only wanted to settle this bald question forever. And now, Jennie, won't you go on supposing?
Jen. Well, supposing I should marry you some time, would you find a minister who was willing to leave "obey" out of the marriage service?
Jim. If there is one in America I'll find him. For I shouldn't want to make you swear to a lie, Jennie.
Jen. And then would you respect my rights and acknowledge equal rights for both of us?
Jim. Of course, your rights and equal rights,—principally your rights.
Jen. Well, then, perhaps—but wait a moment; if there should ever be a balance over equal rights, it must come on my side, must it not? Because a man is apt to misuse his power, you know.
Jim (going near her). You shall have all the balances.
Jen. (edging away). I don't know but you are almost too willing.
Jim. Now she is off on another tack. What can a man do?
Jen. However, I can get a divorce if you don't keep your word, so, as you are a pretty good fellow, Jim, I think I will condescend to try you as a husband.