"If you know the reason, tell me," he said, "and I'll help you out of your difficulties.

You know I love Juliet, and your mother does not seem to have any excuse to forbid the marriage." "I would help you if I could, but I can't.

You had better ask Juliet herself.

She may tell you the reason." "How can I find her ?" "Go down to Rose Cottage and ask to see her," suggested Basil.
"Your mother will not admit me." "That's true enough.

Well, I'll tell you what, Mallow, I'll speak to Juliet and get her to make an appointment to see you." "I could write and ask her for one myself." "Oh, no, you couldn't.