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Mr. Slow

A partner in a law firm.

minor

Also known as Slow, Messrs. Slow, Bideawhile, Slow, Messrs. Slow and Bideawhile, Slow and Bideawhile

First appearance: xvi mr dockwrath in bedford row

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MFMr. FurnivalSPSir Peregrine …MFMiss FurnivalLMLady MasonMUMiriam UsbechMSMr. Slow

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  • Other

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  • Extended cast and servants
  • Legal professionals and family
  • Protagonist

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