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Pecson

A cynical student who often makes dark jokes.

minor

Also known as the pessimist Pecson

First appearance: xiii the class in physics

Pecson shows up with force in In the House of the Students. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Pessimistic student who raises doubts about the petition's success and cites past examples of friar interference.
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In In the House of the Students: Pessimistic student who raises doubts about the petition's success and cites past examples of friar interference. Later, in Smiles and Tears: Delivers a long, satirical speech praising…

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Students and socialites
  • Victims and oppressed women

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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