ironic because to way he treated Daisy is immoral and almost criminal
Shows that he's proud of his high status
"the most important person in her life"
He liked the power he had over Daisy before he left her --> pride
Reflects on how men were in Edwardian society
"Everything's all right now, Sheila. What about this ring?"
As soon as he finds out Goole isn't real, he pretends as if Sheila never found out about his affair and asks to marry her again --> selfish an stubborn