[She nods absently.] If he likes me enough, it's likely he'll treat me well. It's likely he'll want to keep me happy.

[Moments stretch by as she fights with herself. She wants to ask the question that's been on her mind since the beginning of her relationship with Gai, she values Robert's opinion. But part of her also knows what the answer could be. 'Are you out of your mind, Elizabeth?']

What if I married him? [She looks back at Robert, conflicted and scared.] Dad wouldn't have to worry about work, and... and maybe you could come home and we could hire a private doctor. You wouldn't have to be here anymore.