She, too, had worn a mask in assuming a contempt for him, whilst, as a matter of fact, she completely misunderstood him
Baroness OrczyI take it, sir, that you do not approve of our new society." "Approval, sir, in my opinion, demands the attainment of perfection. And in that sense, you rather overrate the charms of your society. I'faith, for one thing, it does seem monstrous ill-dressed for any society, even a new one.
Baroness Orczy