As the wife of a polygamist she knew exactly what he meant about winning respect.

Her sort enjoys to be patronized by reformers and social uplifters about as much as an eagle likes a cage.
"You talk well," she said, "but you must be a fool at bottom, or you wouldn't suggest friendship with me.

Can you imagine me not pushing you into Ali Higg's clutches at the first chance ?" "Sure I can, or I wouldn't waste time talking.

You've got more sense than that, Jael.

You might trick me.