Kate Sharma: I take issue with any man who views women merely as chattels and breeding stock.

Anthony Bridgerton: None of that was meant for…

Kate Sharma: Viscount Bridgerton, yes? When you manage to find this paragon of virtue, whatever makes you think she will acceptyour suit? Are the young ladies of London truly so easily won by a pleasing smile and absolutely nothing more?

Anthony Bridgerton: So, you find my smile pleasing.

Kate Sharma: I find your opinion of yourself entirely too high. Your character is as deficient as your horsemanship.

From the TV series Bridgerton – Season 2 Episode 1: ‘Capital R Rake’ (2×01) | Produced by Netflix