The American Choices Quotes

Is she not her own mistress? (6.13)

Claire doesn't seem to stand up for herself much, even though she has no trouble speaking her mind.

"My sister asked me to come, and a request from my sister is, for me, a law." (7.11)

Valentin is too lazy to make most of his own choices, but he's fiercely loyal to Claire.

"I declared it was revolting, and told my sister publicly that if she would refuse downright, I would stand by her." (8.17)

It's not like Claire was completely forced to marry her gross old husband. Valentin insists he would have had her back whatever she chose.