Jessie

“If it comes to that," retorted Frederica, with spirit, "I am continually shocked by the
things you don't scruple to say to me, cousin! You are quite abominable!"
He sighed. "Alas, I know it! The reflection gives me sleepless nights.”
― Georgette Heyer, Frederica

“I most certainly can deny it. Of course, if I did, I'd be lying." Mairelon”
― Patricia C. Wrede, Magician's Ward

“This, said Damerel wrathfully, is the second time you have walked in just as I am about to propose to your sister!”
― Georgette Heyer, Venetia

“You're always in the kitchen," Alianora said when she poked her head through the door a moment later. "Or the library. Don't you ever do anything but cook and read?”
― Patricia C. Wrede, Dealing with Dragons