“A costly gift from a gentleman to a young lady would be indelicate, as having the appearance of a bribe upon her affections.” I appreciate this line. There's

“A costly gift from a gentleman to a young lady would be indelicate, as having the appearance of a bribe upon her affections.” I appreciate this line. There's some foresight here to avoid pressuring a woman or forcing some obligation on her due to an expensive gift. Gender aside, that's a nice foresight to have with anyone.