"Hey, Meibel, stop a minute…"
"Yes, Frederick?" She didn't turn around to look at him. She might change her mind.
"What's this I heard about finding a position as a governess?"
"Why does it matter to you?"
"It… I just thought…"
"Thought what? That I'd want to wait around for whenever you need a friend?"
"Yes? I mean… no! Not like that!"
"Well? If we're not getting married, why should I stay here? Everything reminds me of you."
"I'm sorry…"
"I'm sure you'll find someone very nice."
"Who said I was getting married at all?"
"Because that's what they expect."