North & South quotes

Don't be afraid, John. She has admitted to the world. I may yet even learn to like her for it. It must have taken her a great deal to

I've not noticed the color of this fruit. Miss Hale, I believe that I was very ungrateful yesterday.

You have nothing to be grateful for.

John

I think that I do.

Margaret

Well, I did the least that anyone would have.

John

That can't be true.

Margaret

Well, I was... after all, responsible for placing you in danger. I would have done the same for any man there.

John

Any man? So, you're saying you approve of the violence? Do you think I got what I deserved?

Margaret

Oh, no. No, of course not. But they were desperate... if you had explained.

John

I forgot. You imagine them to be your friends.

Margaret

If you were to be reasonable...

John

Me? Are you saying I'm unreasonable?

Margaret

If you would talk with them, and not set the soldiers on them, I know --

John

They will get what they deserve. Miss Hale, I did not come here just to thank you... I came because... I think it very likely -- I know I've never found myself in this position before. It's difficult to find the words. Miss Hale, my feelings for you... are very strong.

Margaret

Please, stop. P--Please don't go any further.