His masculinity was only too apparent
No woman really wants a man to carry her off; she only wants him to want to do it.
If all else fails, we will simply have to drug our attendants, overpower the guards, raise the oppressed peasants to arms, and take over the government.
It may take us a little longer to reach the summit, but never fear, we will get there!
love has a very dulling effect on the brain
The opportunity to lecture had restored my good humor.