# Arnold Brinkworth — Man and Wife character guide > Arnold Brinkworth in Man and Wife by Wilkie Collins. **Role:** major **Also known as:** Mr. Arnold Brinkworth, Mr. Brinkworth, Brinkworth **First appearance:** 0001-prologue-the-irish-marriage ## Snapshot A good-natured young gentleman whose impulsive kindness lands him in a marriage he never intended. ## Who they are Arnold Brinkworth is the sort of open-hearted young man who acts first and thinks afterward, especially where a woman in distress is concerned. His affection for Blanche Lundie is sincere, but his chivalrous impulse toward Anne Silvester leaves him legally bound in ways he cannot untangle. His predicament exposes how the law can punish decency as readily as deceit. ## Relationships ### [Sir Patrick Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/sir_patrick_lundie) _friendship_ Arnold deeply respects Sir Patrick as a trusted friend and advisor, often seeking his counsel. ### [Anne Silvester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/anne_silvester) _friendship_ Anne and Arnold share a close, platonic friendship built on mutual support and shared secrets. ### [Blanche Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/blanche_lundie) _romantic_ Arnold and Blanche are engaged to be married, sharing a loving and earnest romantic relationship. ### [Geoffrey Delamayn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/geoffrey_delamayn) _rivalry_ Arnold and Geoffrey are rivals, with Arnold opposing Geoffrey's dishonorable treatment of Anne. ### [Sir Patrick Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/sir_patrick_lundie) _friendship_ Arnold deeply respects Sir Patrick as a trusted friend and advisor, often seeking his counsel. ### [Sir Patrick Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/sir_patrick_lundie) _friendship_ Arnold deeply respects Sir Patrick as a trusted friend and advisor, often seeking his counsel. ### [Anne Silvester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/anne_silvester) _friendship_ Anne and Arnold share a close, platonic friendship built on mutual support and shared secrets. ### [Anne Silvester](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/anne_silvester) _friendship_ Anne and Arnold share a close, platonic friendship built on mutual support and shared secrets. ### [Blanche Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/blanche_lundie) _romantic_ Arnold and Blanche are engaged to be married, sharing a loving and earnest romantic relationship. ### [Geoffrey Delamayn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/geoffrey_delamayn) _rivalry_ Arnold and Geoffrey are rivals, with Arnold opposing Geoffrey's dishonorable treatment of Anne. ### [Blanche Lundie](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/blanche_lundie) _romantic_ Arnold and Blanche are engaged to be married, sharing a loving and earnest romantic relationship. ### [Geoffrey Delamayn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/geoffrey_delamayn) _rivalry_ Arnold and Geoffrey are rivals, with Arnold opposing Geoffrey's dishonorable treatment of Anne. ## In the story ### [The Story](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/the-story) A friend of Geoffrey's who becomes entangled in the legal and romantic complications. ### [The Guests](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ii-the-guests) A dark, sun-burned young man with a roving air, favored by Blanche and asked to stay behind by Sir Patrick. ### [III: The Discoveries](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/iii-the-discoveries) Arnold speaks with Sir Patrick, defending his friend Geoffrey Delamayn and recounting how Geoffrey saved his life. He reveals his plans to visit his new Scottish property and return to Windygates. ### [The Suitor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/vi-the-suitor) Seeks Sir Patrick's consent to marry Blanche; receives it and prepares to leave for his estate. ### [VII: The Debt](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/vii-the-debt) Feels obligated by the debt of gratitude for Geoffrey saving his life; agrees to deliver the note and pose as Anne's husband at the inn, despite his discomfort. ### [Second Scene: The Inn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/second-scene-the-inn) Also at the inn, connected to Blanche and the events. ### [IX: Anne](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/ix-anne) Arrives at the inn bearing a letter from Geoffrey Delamayn for Anne, but is met with her suspicion and refusal to accept the letter. ### [X: Mr. Bishopriggs](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/x-mr-bishopriggs) Improvises the husband-and-wife ruse to protect Anne's reputation; tries to keep up appearances. ### [XII: Arnold](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xii-arnold) Tries to cheer Anne during the storm, suggests playing cards, and remains patient despite her irritability. ### [Blanche](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xiii-blanche) Hides in the inn, feels shame about deceiving Blanche; leaves the next morning before Anne wakes. ### [Fourth Scene: Windygates](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/fourth-scene-windygates) Involved in the complications surrounding Anne and Blanche. ### [XVII: Near It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xvii-near-it) Anxious about his involvement at Craig Fernie; urges Geoffrey to consult Sir Patrick; worries about Blanche discovering the truth. ### [Nearer Still](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xviii-nearer-still) Torn between loyalty to Blanche and protecting Anne's secret; fears being forced to return to the inn. ### [Close on It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xix-close-on-it) Present in the library, observes the debate with Blanche. ### [XX: Touching It](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xx-touching-it) Appears briefly at the end, asking Geoffrey for news of the consultation; is told 'All right.' ### [Traced](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxiii-traced) Comforts Blanche and agrees to help with the search; takes up a post at the crossroads to watch for any sign of Anne. ### [Backward](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxiv-backward) Arnold is present at the whist table and briefly interacts with Sir Patrick, but remains unaware that he is the 'man' in question. ### [XXV: Forward](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxv-forward) Depressed after the failed reconciliation with Geoffrey; he avoids Blanche's questions and goes to bed early. ### [Dropped](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxvi-dropped) Eager to marry Blanche, but remains silent about his knowledge of Anne's situation due to loyalty and honor. ### [XXVII: Outwitted](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxvii-outwitted) Ready to marry Blanche as soon as settlements are prepared; his marriage is being advanced. ### [XXVIII: Stifled](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxviii-stifled) Desperate after Blanche's rejection, follows Sir Patrick's advice to let her emotions settle, and is later seen walking arm-in-arm with Blanche. ### [Fifth Scene: Glasgow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/fifth-scene-glasgow) Arnold's presence in Glasgow is tied to his marriage to Blanche and the complications arising from the events at Windygates. ### [Anne in the Newspapers](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxx-anne-in-the-newspapers) Mentioned in Anne's unfinished letter and in her delirious ramblings. ### [XXXI: Seeds of the Future (First Sowing)](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxi-seeds-of-the-future-first-sowing) Arnold is mentioned as being in Edinburgh with Sir Patrick Lundie to finalize marriage settlements. He is not present at the party. ### [Seventh Scene: Ham Farm](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/seventh-scene-ham-farm) Present at Ham Farm, entangled in the events surrounding Anne and Blanche. ### [XXXIV: The Night Before](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxiv-the-night-before) The bridegroom, staying at the inn due to Lady Lundie's stipulation, is drawn into a private conversation with Sir Patrick about Anne Silvester and Geoffrey Delamayn. ### [XXXV: The Day](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxv-the-day) The bridegroom, who supports Blanche's wish to find Anne and writes to his lawyer to restart the investigation. ### [XXXVI: The Truth at Last](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxvi-the-truth-at-last) Writes a confessional letter to Sir Patrick revealing his fear that he married Anne Silvester unknowingly; expresses remorse and willingness to do anything to set things right. ### [The Way Out](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxvii-the-way-out) Anxious about the legal situation, recalls details of Geoffrey Delamayn's letter to Anne, and is advised by Sir Patrick. ### [XXXVIII: The News from Glasgow](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xxxviii-the-news-from-glasgow) Newly married to Blanche; struggles with how to tell her the truth; is present during the discussions and reads the newspaper article about Geoffrey and Mrs. Glenarm. ### [Eighth Scene: The Pantry](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/eighth-scene-the-pantry) Arnold appears in the pantry, caught between his loyalty to friends and the moral dilemmas presented by the unfolding events. ### [Julius Makes Mischief](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xl-julius-makes-mischief) Mentioned as the man Anne is accused of marrying; Anne denies being his wife. ### [Lady Lundie Does Her Duty](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xli-lady-lundie-does-her-duty) Implied to be the man Anne Silvester is secretly married to, according to Geoffrey Delamayn's claim. ### [Eleventh Scene: Sir Patrick's House](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/eleventh-scene-sir-patrick-s-house) Present as a concerned friend and witness to events. ### [XLII: The Smoking-Room Window](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xlii-the-smoking-room-window) Arnold is caught off guard by Lady Lundie's sudden appearance and inadvertently confirms the secret of his visit to Craig Fernie with Anne Silvester, unaware that Blanche is listening. ### [XLIII: The Explosion](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xliii-the-explosion) Devastated by Blanche's departure, he is restrained by Sir Patrick and agrees to let him handle the situation. ### [XLIV: The Letter and the Law](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xliv-the-letter-and-the-law) Mentioned as the one whose trust was betrayed by Geoffrey and whose home was desolated. ### [Thirteenth Scene: Fulham](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/thirteenth-scene-fulham) Arnold remains entangled in the web of relationships and secrets, his own marriage and loyalties tested. ### [XLV: The Footrace](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xlv-the-footrace) Present at the race but keeps apart from the crowd; walks back alone, changed by his separation from Blanche. ### [A Scotch Marriage](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xlvi-a-scotch-marriage) Silently grateful and admiring of Anne's courage, he supports his wife Blanche during the scene. ### [Sixteenth Scene: The Inn](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/sixteenth-scene-the-inn) Arnold arrives at the inn with Blanche, adding to the complexity of the situation. ### [XLIX: The Night](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/xlix-the-night) Mentioned as the co-respondent in Geoffrey's failed divorce scheme. ### [LVII: The End](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/lvii-the-end) Accompanies Sir Patrick and the policeman to the cottage, and rushes upstairs with the policeman to investigate. ### [Epilogue A Morning Call](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/chapters/epilogue) His part in the story is concluded, showing his final standing. ## Links - HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters/arnold_brinkworth - Book: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se - All characters: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/man_and_wife_se/characters