"That means, I take it, that you are ready to accept from my husband?"
"Accept what?"
"Well, financial assistance."
"No."
"Then what are you going to do when you leave the home?"
"I shall return to my relations until I've learnt a new trade and can manage to support myself."
"But surely you will let us help you with the expenses of the first few months?"
"I prefer not."
"Clifford, can't you persuade Miss Verney?"
"I don't wish to persuade her."