Charlie. She began to talk about my sister's boy inheriting the property, as though we cared.
Charlie. Of course. It's entailed. But he's a fine lad, and we, who will be all in all to each other, need not grudge it him.
Dora (thoughtfully). I suppose not.
Charlie. I believe that is the source of Jane's affection for me. She knows how safe I am in the matter of marriage.
Dora. Then you have never contemplated it?
Charlie (emphatically). Never!
Dora (horrified). And you made love to me without any idea of proposing?
Charlie. You forget: you explained your creed at the outset.
Dora (paling). Then you deliberately availed yourself of the opportunity——