Our relation, all round, exists--it's a reality, and a very good one; we're mixed up, so to speak, and it's too late to change it. We must live IN it and with it

Henry James
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"Our relation, all round, exists--it's a reality, and a very good one; we're mixed up, so to speak, and it's too late to change it. We must live IN it and with it" is a common saying that can be found in many books or heard from people who have been married or related to each other for a long time. In this sentence, the author means that the relation between him and his lover is very good, even though they are not legally bound. He said that they are mixed up, which means that they are living together without a contract.

And lastly, he said that it's too late to change it because the relation has already been established. This is a very popular expression because of its short length and easy understanding.

Source: The Golden Bowl

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