Even now I would not have told you but for other things.

It is best that you know the truth.

It is my firm belief that your husband does not deserve your interest, much more your affection.

If only I dared--" He paused for a moment.

Every word he was compelled to measure.
"Sometimes," he continued, "your condition reminds me so much of my own.
I think that there is no one so lonely in life as I am.