In the ill-judged execution of the well-judged plan of things the call seldom produces the comer, the man to love rarely coincides with the hour for loving
Thomas HardyThat one true heart was left behind! What feeling do we ever find, to equal among human kind , a dog's fidelity!
Thomas Hardyyou are absolutely the most ethereal, least sensual woman I ever knew to exist without inhuman sexlessness.
Thomas HardyWhat is it, Angel?" she said, starting up. "Have they come for me?" "Yes, dearest," he said. "They have come." "It is as it should be," she murmured. "Angel, I am almost gladโyes, glad! This happiness could not have lasted. It was too much. I have had enough; and now I shall not live for you to despise me!" She stood up, shook herself, and went forward, neither of the men having moved. "I am ready," she said quietly.
Thomas Hardy