Moreover (and of consequence) she despises every ambition that has not a material end.' He enlarged upon the subject, followed it into all its ramifications, elaborated the inconsistencies with which it is rife.

Peak's reply was deliberate.
'Admitting that some of these faults are rooted in sex, I should only find them intolerable when their expression took a vulgar form.

Between irrationality and coarseness of mind there is an enormous distinction.' 'With coarse minds I have nothing to do.' 'Forgive me if I ask you a blunt question,' said Peak, after hesitating.

'Have you ever associated with women of the highest refinement ?' Earwaker laughed.
'I don't know what that phrase means.

It sounds rather odd on your lips.' 'Well, women of the highest class of commoners.