Dorian is far too sensible." "Dorian is far too wise not to do foolish things now and then, my dear Basil." "Marriage is hardly a thing that one can do now and then, Harry." "Except in America," rejoined Lord Henry languidly.

"But I didn't say he was married.

I said he was engaged to be married.

There is a great difference.

I have a distinct remembrance of being married, but I have no recollection at all of being engaged.