The Gadfly · Character
Williams
An English sailor who helps Arthur escape.
minor
First appearance: part ii i
Williams shows up with force in Chapter X. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Bailey's partner; initially objects to the plan as 'unbusiness-like' but is won over; helps with transport from Southampton.
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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See Williams in part ii i