Olivia: (to Worthy) Aside from your little love interest what would her uncle Victor think if he found she were married without being forewarned? Wouldn't he have a right to complain of us after having taken care to lodge her with us so we could watch her conduct and report to him?
Worthy: I see all this as you see it, but my love makes me say more than I should. I'm afraid of displeasing Laura and besides—
Jenny: (interrupting him)
And while we debate these matters Cadwell perhaps will marry Laura.
Worthy: (to Olivia)
What must I do then?
Olivia:
Fulfill your promise to Victor to warn him of all that is happening.
Tell him of your passion for his niece. Omit nothing that might serve
to render you happy.
Worthy: I could never do it.
Jenny:
What! Such false delicacy—
Worthy:
But, sis, please—
Olivia: (interrupting him)
Brother, do you want to marry Laura or not?
Worthy:
Yes, I mean to do it!