It's a woman's hand that he wants. Now if you and I were to join forces we could keep him out of mischief, couldn't we?
Lady Frederick.
Oh, I'll come and stay with you whenever you ask me. I love giving good advice when I'm quite sure it won't be taken.
Admiral.
I was thinking of a more permanent arrangement. Look here, why don't you marry me?
Lady Frederick.
My dear Admiral!
Admiral.
I don't think an attractive woman like you ought to live alone. She's bound to get in a scrape.
Lady Frederick.