Lady Susan, Chapter 13 summary
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In Chapter 13, Lady De Courcy tells Mrs. Vernon that her eye trouble allows Sir Reginald to discover the family’s fears about Reginald and Lady Susan. He writes to his son, but the reply reassures him more than his wife, who remains troubled by Reginald’s determined defense of Lady Susan.
What happens
- Lady De Courcy explains that a cold prevents her from reading Catherine’s letter, so her husband reads it aloud.
- She regrets that he learns of concerns she intends to address privately with Reginald.
- Sir Reginald immediately writes to his son, asking what Lady Susan says against the reports about her.
- Reginald’s reply arrives that morning, and Lady De Courcy encloses it for Catherine.
- The reply eases the father’s fears, but the mother remains anxious and regrets their separation at Christmas.

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What to notice
The parents respond differently to the same reply. Lady De Courcy tries to comfort her husband despite remaining uneasy herself.
Quick check
Why does Sir Reginald read Catherine’s letter aloud?

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