I know you would not leave me to my devices. I worry that-

[She looks down, and kicks her feet out a little.]

I do worry that I have stolen so much of your attention. I know you are married but Athos, and Porthos, they could find other people to occupy your time, and you could have other friends.

[But in a way, even as she wants them to be happy, she wants them with her all the time.]

I do not wish to be jealous of your attention. And I do not wish you to think I would not allow you other pleasures, if you found them, because I cannot provide all the pleasures in the world-

[And she bites her lip.]

Will you please forgive me this selfishness?