He had an affectionate heart.  He must love somebody.

“Dopo questo discorso il volto del Capitano Wentworth assunse per un'attimo un'e…”

“I cannot help thinking that it is more natural to have flowers grow out of the …”

“Mrs. Jennings was a widow, with an ample jointure. She had only two daughters, …”

“There is one thing, Emma, which a man can always do if he chooses, and that is …”