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Mr. Portlethwaite

A lawyer or official involved in the case.

minor

Also known as Portlethwaite

First appearance: i faced with reality

Mr. Portlethwaite shows up with force in XX: Surprising Readiness. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Elderly clerk and former medical student; notes the finger amputation appears recent, suggesting design.
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MCMr. CarlessMIMillwatersRVRichard VinerMPMr. PawleSTSir Thomas Mar…MPMr. Portlethwaite

Relationship types

  • Other

Character groups

  • Transport and legal associates
  • Central suspects and investigators
  • Witnesses and peripheral figures
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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