The Ladies Lindores · Character

Mr. Beaufort

A gentleman of uncertain standing whose gnawing envy of John Erskine sharpens every scene where the Lindores' attention turns elsewhere.

supporting

Also known as Beaufort

First appearance: the ladies lindores

As a supporting figure in The Ladies Lindores, Mr. Beaufort is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

Caroline's lover, whose engagement to her is now opposed by Lord Lindores due to his lack of wealth.

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Beaufort hovers at the edges of the Lindores circle, addressed with a formality that quietly measures his distance from real intimacy. He bristles at the family's absorption in John Erskine, exaggerating his own injuries while never quite naming the resentment that drives him. His wounded vanity makes him a barometer of the novel's shifting loyalties, and a reminder that not every guest in a great house is welcomed equally.

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Story tension across the book.

Setup
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Breaking point
Closing

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Relationships

John Erskine
friendship · positive
Edith Lindores
social · positive
Edith Lindores
social · positive
John Erskine
friendship · positive
Edith Lindores
social · positive
John Erskine
friendship · positive

John Erskine
John and Mr. Beaufort are friendly acquaintances, possibly sharing social or business circles.
Edith Lindores
Edith knows Mr. Beaufort as a social acquaintance, with no deep emotional connection.
Edith Lindores
Edith knows Mr. Beaufort as a social acquaintance, with no deep emotional connection.
John Erskine
John and Mr. Beaufort are friendly acquaintances, possibly sharing social or business circles.
Edith Lindores
Edith knows Mr. Beaufort as a social acquaintance, with no deep emotional connection.
John Erskine
John and Mr. Beaufort are friendly acquaintances, possibly sharing social or business circles.

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Mr. Beaufort appears across 12 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

The New Estate
Caroline's lover, whose engagement to her is now opposed by Lord Lindores due to his lack of wealth.
Chapter XIV
Present at the dinner, a source of tension; formerly engaged to Caroline, now a guest due to his connection with Millefleurs.
Chapter XVIII
Mentioned as a potential visitor to Tinto; Torrance expresses eagerness for his visit, causing Carry distress.
XIX
Writes a cautious letter to John explaining his role as attendant to Lord Millefleurs and his hesitation to visit, prompting John's difficult reply.
Chapter XX
Discussed as a former suitor of Caroline; John has advised him not to come North, and Lady Lindores hopes he will take that advice.
Chapter XXIII
Discussed as Millefleurs's companion and keeper, whose presence is desired by the Duke to watch over Millefleurs.
XXXI
Arrives at Dalrulzian expecting a lively social scene, but finds himself in a hermitage; he is oppressed by the atmosphere and writes to Millefleurs.
XXXII
Learns of Torrance's death from Millefleurs and is overwhelmed by the possibility of freedom regarding Lady Caroline.
Chapter XXXIV
Arrives at Lindores, agitated by the encounter with Lady Lindores and Edith, and delivers the news of John Erskine's imprisonment.
XXXV
Mentioned as driving John's dogcart homeward, seen by Mr. Monypenny on his way to visit John.
Chapter XXXVII
Attends Torrance's funeral, feeling like a specter, and is stirred by the thought that Caroline is now free.
Chapter XXXIX
Guest at Dalrulzian; comforts Bauby Rolls and assures her of John's return.

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