You are quite free.

But--look at me." Against her will she was forced to do as he bade her.

Her own attitude, which had appeared to her so dignified and right, seemed suddenly weakened.

She had the feeling of a peevish child.
"Geraldine," he begged, "take at least the advice of a man who loves you.

Wait." Even when he had opened the door she felt a sudden inclination to call him back.