“We are sure of excellent fires,” continued he, “and everything in the greatest comfort. Charming people, Mr. and Mrs. Weston;⁠— Mrs. Weston indeed is much beyond praise, and he is exactly what one values, so hospitable, and so fond of society;⁠—it will be a small party, but where small parties are select, they are perhaps the most agreeable of any. Mr. Weston’s dining-room does not accommodate more than ten comfortably; and for my part, I would rather, under such circumstances, fall short by two than exceed by two. I think you will agree with me, (turning with a soft air to Emma,) I think I shall certainly have your approbation, though Mr. Knightley perhaps, from being used to the large parties of London, may not quite enter into our feelings.”

“I know nothing of the large parties of London, sir⁠—I never dine with anybody.”