Privately, I hoped it might remain so, for what happiness could there be for Mary, if John were not acquitted? 
If John is not acquitted, Mary cannot be happy.
If John isn't acquitted, it will only make Mary happier.
a dog is near a tree.
Two children are sleeping
A man in front of a crowd.
My daughter's fiance is a college professor and reserve police officer and has all kinds of guns which he teaches my daughter how to use.
Ajami observes men love trouble that they're familiar with.
Two people hike up a mountain