12/24 I've never really in my heart wanted to marry any of them, if that's what you mean--I don't like marriage--OUR system of marriage--a bargain in the sale shop. So much at such a price--birth, position, suitability, good looks--to be paid for at the market value. Or else it's just because the man happens to have taken a fancy to one, and while the fancy lasts doesn't think whether or not it's a fair bargain--on either side. I've seen people fall madly in love and marry like that. Then before very long the love turns to hate and it's a case for the Divorce Court.' 'Nothing of that is--love--not as I--and you--understand it.' She gave him one of her inscrutable looks and then turned again to the stars. |