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Just as well.
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He betrothed, whatever that means.
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That they have made a solemn and public
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declaration of their love for one another.
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You're right, it does sound like one of those arranged
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- aristocratic engagement, doesn't it? - I don't think it does.
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- Part of a land swap or an alliance. - Nope.
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- He's probably her uncle. - He's not her uncle.
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I doubt they've ever even met.
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Sold for an orchard, poor Natasha.
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Right, let's get back to Pelageya.
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You know, perhaps it might be best to explore these difficult