But there is no doubt we could bring it on again, and have it done if we chose," said Emily.
John looked at her with surprise.
"But then," she continued, "I should say that the man ought to be thought of as well as herself, and she might prove a thoroughly unsuitable, foolish wife, who would soon tire of him.

SHE might be very miserable also.

She would not have half the chance of happiness that an ordinary marriage gives.

And, again, Santo Domingo is notoriously unhealthy.

She might die, and if we had caused the marriage, we should feel that." "Are you addressing this remarkable speech to yourself or to _the chair_ ?" said John, laughing.
"To the chair.