"I'm sorry, but I cannot instantly become this perfectly composed, skillful woman, adept in the kitchen and graceful in the parlor. Nor can I instantly hide all my feelings. I might never master that, even in the future. I'm afraid I'll only disappoint your expectations..."
"..."
"Someone like me, from a humble background, can't fake that kind of sophistication. Did you only realize this today? I'm just someone of little consequence who got lucky and was spoiled by your favor. In the past, I relied on my looks and put on airs. Did you only just see through that? This is who I really am! What am I supposed to do if I've disappointed you? I don't know..."
"..."
He glared at her fiercely.
She glared back at him just as fiercely.
Finally, it was time for a reckoning.
