Chapter 6

"Happiness in marriage is entirely a matter of chance. ... it is better to know as little as possible of the defects of the person with whom you are to pass your life."

Is Mr Parrish learning of a serious defect in his new mate? With such a hasty marriage, maybe this is his philosophy, too.

Chapter 7
"And, if I may mention so delicate a subject, endeavour to check that little something, bordering on conceit and impertinence, which your lady possesses."

My first thought was that this one referred to Elizabeth, but looking back, I am not sure. In this chapter, none of the ladies seem conceited or impertinent.

Chapter 8
"Detection could not be in your power, and suspicion certainly not in your inclination."

I think that the use of this quote has a touch of irony because Elizabeth is very suspicious and attempts detection.