"I plead with you that should you continue in this path of utmost destruction, you shall be kind enough to leave my daughter out of it."
"But, ma'am, I mean no harm--",
"Enough. You may think it to be splendidly romantic, but I find it a terrible nuisance. I will not tolerate you gallivanting around like a show horse with your wild attempts to steal Diana's affections. You had best be on your way, young man."
"Yes. I'll do as you so bid me. But, I daresay I shall be returning just beyond your stead to abide in the tranquility of her presence - just out of grasp - for as long as my ever-yearning heart shall continue to beat."
And with that, he tipped his hat politely, turned on his heel, and strode off into the night. A tremble overtook Mrs. Carrigan as maternal instinct told her this was not a matter to be overlooked.
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