[Gai waits for her to get settled before wrapping his arms around her and just holding her close, resting his chin against her head. Whether his parents or anyone else understood it or not, this was what made him happy, not following in his father's footsteps to become a successful businessman. More than anything, he wants his freedom to do what he wants, not what someone else tells him to. Elizabeth understands that.]

There's no way to do it that won't involve some backlash. Given our statuses, it's inevitable that there are going to be people who aren't going to be happy. Whether we're willing to accept that or not is entirely up to us.

[And now his voice softens a little.]

But I would love to see you in a dress like that.