To remain silent and dignified in his presence; from time to time to irritate him by affected disdain, by a contemptuous word; to provoke him to threats and violence which would produce a contrast with her own resignation--such was her plan.
Permanecer muda y digna en su presencia, irritarlo de vez en cuando por medio de un desdén afectado, por medio de una palabra despectiva, empujarlo a amenazas y a violencias que hicieran contraste con su resignación, tal era su proyecto.