The author contemplates how modern literature would approach the wedding night of a contemporary young woman, suggesting that it would be essential to provide explicit and detailed descriptions of the intimate moments, adhering to current cultural expectations. He implies that rather than a romantic climax, the narrative would likely conclude on a somber note, reflective of Victorian societal norms concerning love and intimacy.

However, the author expresses confidence in the fictional characters, Susan Burling and her husband, believing they would navigate their relationship in a more personal and private manner. He suggests that their connection transcends the need for sensationalism or public scrutiny, emphasizing the value of intimacy devoid of societal demands for explicitness.