II
The narrator's father, who reads lessons 'like a miner prophet' and has a round red face.
III
Buys tiny books for the narrator and uses 'Hail Energeia!' to encourage her to eat.
IV
Grieves his wife, becomes increasingly eccentric and neglectful, and dies in his bed.
Beechwood
Fanny is a central figure at Beechwood, whose actions and relationships are closely watched by the narrator.
The Night Watch and the Return of Fanny
Fanny is revealed to be Mrs. Bowater's daughter, a schoolmistress returning home for Christmas; the narrator dreads her arrival and feels she may come 'between us.'
The Night Watch and the Return of Fanny
Mr. Bowater is described through a photograph as a young father with a 'sleek appearance' and an 'eye for every petticoat'; the narrator develops a romantic interest in him, bowing to his portrait.
XI
Visits the narrator, revealing she knows about the stargazing; her voice and manner both enchant and infuriate the narrator.
XII
Manipulates the tea invitation, confronts Miss M. about her sensitivity, and reveals her own frustration with the social situation, hinting at a deeper desire for genuine connection.
XIII
The narrator's love interest; she arrives late for their tryst, forgets her key, and kisses the narrator's veil before parting.
XIV
Absent during the snow; later discussed as clever, beautiful, and heartless; reveals her view on love ('I shall go blind').
XV
Returns from the parish concert, mocks the performers, sits by the fire, and later grows listless before leaving for school.
XVI
Absent; sends a postcard with a brief message; the narrator's longing for her dominates the chapter.
XVII
Absent but central to the narrator's thoughts and letters; the narrator dreams of her.
XVIII
Fanny writes two letters to the narrator: one secret about Mr. Crimble's proposal and a decoy for her mother. She asks the narrator to deliver a message to Mr. Crimble.
XIX
Mentioned in the narrator's reflections and in the secret collusion with Mr. Crimble.
XX
Her letter and message to Mr. Crimble are central; the narrator reflects on her motives and actions.
XXI
Replies to the narrator's letter, dismissive and critical, and refuses to write to Mr. Crimble.
XXII
Mentioned in the narrator's thoughts as she reflects on Fanny's face and recalls their shared moments; Fanny's letter remains hidden under a stone.
XXIII
Sends a letter announcing she will not come home for the holidays, causing the narrator bitter disappointment.
XXV
Mentioned as not coming home; the narrator wishes she could accompany her to Brunswick House and laments her absence.
XXVI
Her letter is hidden under a stone in the garden; the narrator seeks to recover it.
XXVII
Sends a letter full of temporizing and refusal, avoiding commitment to Mr. Crimble; her deceit contributes to the narrator's hardening.
Lyme Regis
Fanny is mentioned in the context of her return to Beechwood after the visit to Lyme Regis.
XXIX
Sends the narrator a book ('Holy Living and Dying') and a secret note requesting £15, unaware of Mr. Crimble's death.
The Inquest
The narrator sends her money via Mr. Anon, desperate to help her.
XXXI
Visits the narrator at night, desperate for money, and recounts her encounter with Mr. Anon at the house.
XXXIII
Mentioned in comparison to Susan Monnerie; the narrator reflects on Fanny's beauty and the changes since their time at Beechwood.
XXXV
Writes a letter to the narrator, expressing cynicism, self-awareness, and a desire to leave her current situation for a governess post.
XXXVI
Referenced by Mr. Anon as having called him something, causing tension in the conversation.
XXXVII
His leg is failing, and he writes to his wife asking her to come to Buenos Aires before he dies.
XXXVIII
Visits Mrs. Monnerie's home; described as dark, pale, and self-possessed; the narrator advocates for her as a governess.
XXXIX
Fanny confides her ignorance about her parentage, her desire for ease and security, and her intention to please Mrs. Monnerie. She also declares the 'Crimble chapter' closed.
XL
The narrator's jealousy of Fanny's social success and her suspected betrayal of the narrator's private matters are central to the chapter.
XLI
Fanny confronts the narrator about the letter addressed to her, accusing her of suspicion and spying.
XLII
Visits the narrator occasionally but seems bored; complains about the expense of living with the rich; her arm has supplanted Mrs. Monnerie's cane.
XLIII
Seated between Percy and Captain Valentine, she recoils in horror when the narrator calls out to her during the collapse.
XLV
The narrator admires Fanny's courage, wishing she had a fraction of it.
XLVI
Reminded of Fanny by a sorrowful young woman in the audience.
XLVI
Referenced in a comparison: the hurricane of applause is said to be something even Mr. Bowater could not have outridden.
XLVII
Appears suddenly at the end of the chapter, confronting the narrator during her solitary reflection.
XLVIII
Confronts the narrator with accusations; announces her intention to marry Percy Maudlen; reveals her ambition to climb socially.
XLIX
Fanny is present at tea, subtly undermining the narrator and Mrs. Monnerie. She mentions posting a letter and questions the propriety of the circus performer.
L
Fanny is mentioned as having sent a note to Mr. Anon under Mrs. Monnerie's name.
LII
Fanny slips back into the tent to watch the narrator, and the two share a moment of silent recognition before the narrator turns away.
