I'm pretty certain she won't accept you when you ask her.

Even if she cares--and I don't think she realises yet that she does--her sense of duty to the boys, and other things, will hold her back, and your title and possessions will tell against you.

Jean is the least mercenary of creatures Ask her before you leave, and if she refuses you appear to accept her refusal.

Don't say you will try again and that sort of thing: it gives a girl a caged feeling.

Go away for a while and make no sign.