SHE
Not man from woman and still remain a friend.
Life holds but three for her, a father, brother,
Lover—against the rest she must contend.
HE
Against the universe I would protect you,
With my life even, nor hold the price too dear.
SHE
But not against yourself, should fate select you
As Lancelot for foolish Guinevere.
HE
You would not tempt me?
SHE
That is undisputed.
We put the question back upon the shelf.
My point remains unanswered, unrefuted
No man protects a woman from himself.