We denounce as low and coarse anybody that does say so.

But it's the truth, just the same....

Those who marry for money regret it, but not so much as those who marry only for love--when poverty begins to pinch and to drag everything fine and beautiful down into the mud.

Besides, I don't love anybody--thank God! If I did, Lucia, I'm afraid I'd not have the courage!" "I'm sure you couldn't!" cried Lucia, eager to save all possible illusion about her sister.

Then, remorseful for disloyal thoughts: "And, if it wasn't right, I'm sure you'd not do it.