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Mistress Philippa

A woman from the narrator's past, referenced in conversation.

minor

Also known as Philippa

First appearance: i discussion and bed

Mistress Philippa shows up with force in XXVI: The Obstinate Refusers. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The head carver, deeply focused on her work, recovering from illness, and reluctant to stop for the visitors.
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  • Escalation
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  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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