The Return of the Soldier
by Rebecca West

The Return of the Soldier: Situational Irony 1 key example

Chapter 4
Explanation and Analysis—Kitty's Nature:

After Chris—who has lost his memory in battle during WWI and forgotten about his marriage to Kitty—demands to see his former love, Margaret, Jenny goes to fetch her. Jenny explains that Kitty is aware of Chris's love for Margaret and is still willing to facilitate their meeting. Margaret, who cannot explain the situation to her own husband, responds by saying:

“Oh! [...] She must have a lovely nature!”