Edward attempts to convince Henrietta to return to their ancestral home of Ainswick and marry him. Henrietta, a successful sculptor, gently rejects his proposal, explaining that she cannot return to the past despite her deep affection for him and the peace he offers.
EDWARD: I wish you'd come to Ainswick more often, Henrietta. It's a long time now.
HENRIETTA: I know. One gets tangled up in things.
EDWARD: Is that the real reason?
HENRIETTA: Not quite.
EDWARD: You can tell me, Henrietta.
HENRIETTA: You are a dear, Edward. I'm very fond of you.
EDWARD: Why don't y
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