Mary, Chapter 26: riassunto

Cosa succede

1. Mary remains formal during Henry’s visits but tells him she hopes to find public employment for Ann’s brother.
2. Henry uses an influential connection to secure the position, filling Mary with gratitude and love.
3. As his health declines, Henry moves to a village near Mary and introduces her to his mother.
4. The three enjoy boat trips, with Henry playing his violin and Mary sometimes singing or reading.
5. During a sudden storm, Mary wishes to die with Henry rather than survive him, and he embraces her.
6. The storm harms Henry, their excursions stop, and his coughing of blood returns as he grows worse daily.

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Mary’s alarm exposes her fear of surviving Henry. The storm turns their shared pleasure into a moment of danger and renewed illness.

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