Nothing frightens us but indifference. We women are fortresses, only sure of our valour when we’re attacked: only convinced of our strength when we’re taken, and as proud of being won as men are of winning.
Herbert:
If the fortress is as strong as your tongue is sharp, ’Twould need a Paladin to attempt it.
Miss Fitton:
Only cowards fear the strength of their opposites, and you, my lord, are no coward.
Herbert:
[Laughing, as if flattered.] How do you know that, lady?
Miss Fitton:
By double proof, my lord.
Herbert: