N. Say then thou lovest me, sweetest Laura.—
L. Nay, but I do not, sir. I understand
That women love their husbands, and I promise
To love mine when I am married; yes, as well
As any happy woman on this earth
Hath ever loved. Are you content with that?
N. I should be, Laura; but thou dost not speak
As if ’twere true. I could see well enough
Thou wert not sorry when Sir Gregory said
He would not sign. I know thou wilt not love me.