Lady Audley's Secret: resumen de Chapter 21
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In Chapter 21, Robert Audley challenges Lieutenant Maldon’s account of George Talboys’s disappearance, provoking terror without obtaining a confession, and removes little Georgey from his grandfather’s care. He arranges schooling with restricted visits, refuses to use the child as a source of evidence, and plans to consult George’s father about the suspected death.
Qué sucede
- Robert exposes Maldon’s false account and says a surviving telegram fragment supports his accusation.
- Maldon reacts with extreme distress to Robert’s belief that George is dead, but denies understanding his warning.
- Georgey reveals his grandfather’s repeated use of his watch to raise money, while Mrs. Plowson reacts uneasily to Robert’s news.
- Robert takes Georgey away, promises not to question him for evidence, and arranges a school that restricts visitors.
- Robert avoids further conversation with Georgey and plans a journey to consult George’s father in Dorsetshire.
- After enjoying an elaborate dinner, Georgey leaves for school, mentioning Matilda and Billy just before his carriage departs.
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Robert sets a limit on his investigation. His promise protects Georgey’s trust even though the boy’s casual remarks suggest possible clues.
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What restriction does Robert place on visits to Georgey’s school?
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