“Yes: is it news to you?”

“Of course: you said nothing about it before.”

“Is it unwelcome news?”

“That depends on circumstances, sir⁠—on your choice.”

“Which you shall make for me, Jane. I will abide by your decision.”

“Choose then, sir⁠— her who loves you best .”

“I will at least choose⁠— her I love best . Jane, will you marry me?”

“Yes, sir.”

“A poor blind man, whom you will have to lead about by the hand?”