human
And you believe the coxcomb?
gpt
And why should I not believe him? she asked, sharply.
human
Because, perhaps, you think me incapable of inspiring a man with affection?
gpt
Nonsense! replied the sensible mother-in-law.
human
You could inspire affection in any honest man with a heart in his bosom, but not in that shallow Pole, that second-rate dandy.
gpt
Perhaps you think him an adventurer, who wooes me for the sake of my money?
human
No, I think him a superficial man who, flattered by having made an impression upon a woman of rank, is trying to better his condition. Adventurer! Nonsense! He has not wit enough. An opportunity offers itself, and he embraces it: _voilà tout_. He is not to blame, but his suit is unworthy of you, and a marriage with him would be a misfortune for you, apart from the fact that you would disgrace your family by it.