North and South, Chapter 3 summary
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In Chapter 3, Henry Lennox visits Margaret at Helstone, joins her in sketching, and declares his love during a garden walk, but she firmly offers only friendship. His wounded response strains their ease together, while Mr. Hale’s unexplained distress remains beneath the household’s pleasant welcome.
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- Henry Lennox arrives with news of Edith, and Margaret persuades her worried mother to welcome him for dinner.
- Margaret and Henry sketch cottages, and he includes her talking with old Isaac in his drawing.
- They return to a cheerful welcome, though Margaret notices signs of her father’s continuing distress.
- After dinner, Henry walks with Margaret in the garden and declares his love.
- Margaret refuses any relationship beyond friendship, and Henry responds with disappointment and defensive sarcasm.
- Henry prepares to leave for his train, then insists that his feelings remain strong.
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