“Sarah." Alex spoke again, directly to her. "I'm asking for your hand in marriage."She was speechless.”

“He nodded. "You ... You enjoy having the freedom to do what you please, and you love life." It was not a question this time, but a statement. "And take pleasure in simple things." Sarah nodded, content to let him explain his perception of her. "Let me see," he continued. "You like to read, and ... oh! You have a passion for horses unlike any I have ever seen in a lady and in only a few men.”

“You must be mistaken, my lord. There is no us."[Sarah talking to Chad]”

“Birthmarks are certainly important," he said. "They qualify a person as unique.”

“I haven't tried to conceal my character," ..."so what you knoe of me must be in line with my true nature.”

“...my lady.”

“Names are important, and should reflect the qualities of the bear.”