In this exchange between Jerry and Emma from Harold Pinter's "Betrayal," Jerry reflects on a past moment when he was the best man at Emma's wedding. He expresses a longing for an alternative scenario in which he and Emma had a romantic encounter before her wedding, imagining her in a white dress. This moment reveals Jerry's unresolved feelings for Emma and a sense of regret regarding the choices made in their lives.
Emma, however, is quick to correct Jerry, indicating that she was not in white during her wedding. This conversation highlights the tension between past desires and present realities, suggesting that the characters are grappling with their complex emotions and the impact of those emotions on their current lives. Pinter’s dialogue captures the nuances of betrayal, love, and the unfulfilled potential in relationships.