Action At A Distance
So today I learned that independent women dating in the early 20th century could be arrested, being mistaken for prostitutes escorting men out of “charity.”
I’d like to think we’ve made some progress since then… some days I’m not so sure.
This historical fun fact may explain the shock the elder Cowards are experiencing, even though the joke is supposed to be that they just don’t think him capable of meeting a lady.
And then I imply Lilliana’s a witch! Oh, she’s in so much trouble.
In some ways, we’ve come so far. But yes, I heartily concur with your second line.