The Land of Promise: A Comedy in Four Acts

by W. Somerset Maugham

I guess I’m not a nervous fellow, either.

Norah.

[With a twinkle in her eye.] And women are scarce in Manitoba.

Taylor.

I always fancied an Englishwoman. They make the best wives when they’ve been licked into shape.

Norah.

[Frankly amused.] Are you proposing to attempt that operation on me?

Taylor.

You’re clever. I guess a hint or two is about all you’ll want.

Norah.