You do care for your bosom friend's good name, and you do care for her peace of mind.

Then remove the shadow of the gallows from her, dear one!' 'You dare propose to me to--' 'Darling, I dare propose to you.

Stop there.

If it be bad to idolise you, I am the worst of men; if it be good, I am the best.

My love for you is above all other love, and my truth to you is above all other truth.