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Molly

A young woman at a party, known for her laughter.

minor

Also known as giggling Molly, the Marie Laurencin

First appearance: ix

Molly shows up with force in XII. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as giggling Molly who arranged the parting kiss protocol.
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See Molly in ix

Character Web

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EMEmilyTGTheodore GumbrilMEMercaptanRSRosie ShearwaterAAAunt AggieMOMolly

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Minor romantic interests
  • Protagonist
  • Bohemian social circle
  • Extended cast and family

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SetupEscalationClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Molly in ix
See Molly in XII