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“But it so happens that I don’t particularly want to marry. Once bitten, twice shy, you know.
Оглавление“I’m going to be very cautious next time. I certainly shan’t do anything as silly as falling in love without very careful consideration first.”
His blue eyes danced with amusement, but he didn’t smile. “I agree with you. Compatibility and friendship without heaving passion are much more likely to make a successful marriage, especially for us older ones.” He ignored the indignant sound she made. He went on gently, “I think it might be a good idea if you and I married on those terms, Prudence.” He turned back to the study. “Give it some thought, will you? Good night.”
She felt she would explode with indignation. She had had proposals before, but never one like that, offered casually and without waiting to find out what she thought about it. The arrogant wretch!
