"I wish to explain just how--" "No need.

I understand.

But at the same time I must confess I do not particularly admire your taste--" "Frona!" The evident pain in his voice reached her.
"Oh, you big foolish!" she laughed.

"Don't I know?
Didn't Blanche tell me she wet her feet ?" Corliss bowed his head.

"Truly, Frona, you are the most consistent woman I ever met.