God knew she would ask nothing better than to be his wife, but she had sense enough to know that nothing but unhappiness could result from it. If he had loved her, if she had been of his world, approved by his family – but it was useless to speculate on the impossible.
In "Devil's Cub" by Georgette Heyer, the protagonist grapples with her feelings for a man she loves deeply. She recognizes that despite her desire to be his wife, such a union would likely only bring her sorrow. Her awareness of the realities surrounding their relationship, including his lack of genuine affection and familial disapproval, leads her to confront the futility of her hopes. The quote underscores this inner conflict, highlighting her...
