Flavella
Father, without, without pushing this conversation any further, permit
me to say, with deference and without showing any lack of obedience--I
HAVE NO INTENTION OF GETTING MARRIED!
Hastings
What? When did you decide that? You never used to talk like this.
Flavella
True, but wisdom comes with age. I know the danger now. Today,
husbands are, for the most part, jealous and unfaithful. They want a
woman to marry their caprices. The best husbands are those with only a
FEW vices.
Hastings
But, he's a very nice, young man. You'll like him when you get to know
him.
Flavella
I ALREADY HATE HIM WITHOUT SEEING HIM! It's enough that he's a
Scotsman and wears kilts. I wouldn't have him if he were a prince.
Captain (appearing)
Madame, it's not necessary to be so passionate against the poor
unfortunate your father wants to give you. If you hate him, he can
find others whose sentiments differ from yours.
Flavella (aside)
Good Heavens, what do I see! How astonishing! It's Captain McNaughten,
dear God, it's my lover.
Hastings
I am in despair that such a distaste has rendered her spirit so
contrary to my wishes. But, I will force her, if you wish me to--
Captain
No, sir, do not force her inclinations. I would rather die than
constrain Madame's heart.
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