13/25 If all wives were of my mind and my spirit, husbands would soon be taught their own insignificance. But a time _will_ come (and that before long,) when our sex will assert its superiority; and, when we have got the upper hand, let 'em try to subdue us if they can. But don't suppose, Madam, that anything I say has reference to you. I'm speaking of virtuous women--of WIVES, Madam. But, rather than be the cause of any further misunderstanding between you and my benefactor, I will leave London and its neighbourhood for ever." "Pray do so, Madam," retorted Mrs.Wood, "and take your son with you." "My son!" echoed the widow, trembling. |