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Mrs. Drassilis

Cynthia's mother, a presence at the school.

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First appearance: ii

Mrs. Drassilis shows up with force in I. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Cynthia's mother; confronts Peter angrily at the ball, accusing him of spoiling Cynthia's chances.

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In I: Cynthia's mother; confronts Peter angrily at the ball, accusing him of spoiling Cynthia's chances. Later, in IV: Visits Peter at…

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I
Cynthia's mother; confronts Peter angrily at the ball, accusing him of spoiling Cynthia's chances.
IV
Visits Peter at Sanstead, bringing news and further complicating the situation.
VIII
Revealed to have been scheming to separate Peter and Cynthia; her visit to Peter is part of the plot.
XIV
Revealed to be in communication with Mrs. Ford, involved in the kidnapping conspiracy.
XV
Visits Peter at Sanstead, leading to his expulsion.
XVI
Arrives in a red car with an unknown dark-haired woman, interrupting Peter and Audrey's final moment.
XVII
Accompanies Mrs. Ford, identifies Peter, and is dismissed by Mrs. Ford.
XVIII
Mrs. Drassilis visits Peter to persuade him to release Cynthia from their engagement, revealing Cynthia's love for Lord Mountry.

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