She was still more stirred
by the idea of the equal citizenship of men and women, by the realization that a
big and growing organization of women were giving form and a generalized
expression to just that personal pride, that aspiration for personal freedom and
respect which had brought her to London; but when she heard Miss Miniver
discoursing on the next step in the suffrage campaign, or read of women
badgering Cabinet Ministers, padlocked to railings, or getting up in a public
meeting to pipe out a demand for votes and be carried out kicking and
screaming, her soul revolted. Every window,
from the groundfloor to the garret had its occupant, and the roofs were covered
with spectators. “A woman wants a proper alliance with a man, a man who is better stuff than
herself. That
was something in his favour. She wanted to be on with
the show. Did you
realize?\"
Lucy's mouth twisted into a half-smile that she could
not help. ”
“Oh, damn the thing!” Sir John exclaimed, tucking the loose ends inside his coat. "
"Very well, Sir," replied Sheppard.
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