human
I do not think it was an error, Father. Mother wasn't the sort who says things she doesn't mean. I believe she foresaw that--that something might occur which would make me wish to be independent, even if I was not of age. She could trust my judgment a little. She knew that I'd never dream of asking for her property unless I had a good reason--I have a good reason now, Father--I want to be independent.
gpt
What is this nonsense about independence? he demanded.
human
My dear Joan, you sound like a New Woman!
gpt
Leave your father's roof? he cried incredulously.
human
My child! What is this folly? Never with Richard Darcy's consent shall a daughter of his leave her father's roof except for the roof of her lawful husband.