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Francis Temple

A man, possibly a relative of Lady Temple, who appears in the narrative.

minor

Also known as Francis

First appearance: i in search of a mission

Francis Temple shows up with force in II: Rachel's Discipline. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Participates in the fight and threatens the thrush's nest, showing defiance.
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Francis Temple first appears in 0000 i in search of a mission.

In II: Rachel's Discipline: Participates in the fight and threatens the thrush's nest, showing defiance.

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CKColin KeithMMMr. MaulevererAAAunt AlisonMCMrs. Comyn Men…STStephana TempleFTFrancis Temple

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  • Temple Household
  • Keith Extended Family
  • Gowanbrae Circle
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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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See Francis Temple in i in search of a mission
See Francis Temple in II: Rachel's Discipline