Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Part 3 summary
Part 3 of 10 · 4 min to read the part
In Dr. Jekyll Was Quite at Ease, Mr. Utterson stays after dinner to challenge Dr. Jekyll about his will and his connection with Hyde. Jekyll refuses to explain his situation, claims he can dismiss Hyde whenever he chooses, and secures Utterson’s promise to protect Hyde’s interests if he is gone.
What happens
- Dr. Jekyll entertains old friends at dinner, and Mr. Utterson stays behind to speak privately.
- Utterson raises Jekyll’s will, while Jekyll tries to shift attention to his disagreement with Lanyon.
- When Utterson mentions disturbing information about Hyde, Jekyll grows pale and refuses to hear more.
- Jekyll rejects an offer of help, insists he can dismiss Hyde, and asks Utterson to respect his privacy.
- Jekyll asks Utterson to safeguard Hyde’s interests in his absence, and the lawyer reluctantly promises.
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What to notice
Jekyll turns his concern for Hyde into a personal appeal to Utterson. The request secures a promise without revealing why Hyde matters so much.
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What does Utterson promise Jekyll?
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