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Billy Markey

A young man from a wealthy family, known for his wild behavior.

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Also known as Billy, Markey

First appearance: i

Billy Markey shows up with force in The Baby Party. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The Markeys' baby, pushed by Ede and hits his head on the floor, causing a bump.
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In The Baby Party: The Markeys' baby, pushed by Ede and hits his head on the floor, causing a bump. Later, in II: Referenced as Billy…

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EBEdith BradinJTJohn T. UngerEKEde KarrGRGus RoseELElwood LeamingBMBilly Markey

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  • Other

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  • Social climbers and romantics
  • Crime and entanglement

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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