"Where were you?"
"Do I have to report my whereabouts to you?"
"You have been gone for some time. I was getting worried."
"Oh? I am a colonel, Darce. Not some dainty lady."
"So where have you been?"
"If you must know, I was with Miss Bennet."
"Why do you always seek her company?"
"Just being friendly. But… perhaps it could lead to something more."
"She has neither money nor connections."
"You said money cannot buy me love and happiness. She can make any man happy."
"Her family is unsuitable."
"Oh, but our Aunt Catherine is incomparable. Any more objections?"
"…"