I ask for nothing better.

Even Caryl would scarcely have the impertinence to dispute it.

As my wife you will be absolutely secure from any interference." She was gazing at him wide-eyed.
"Do you mean a runaway marriage ?" she questioned slowly.
He drew nearer still, and possessed himself of her hands.
"Yes, just that," he said.

"It would take a little courage, but you have plenty of that.

And the rest I would see to.