# Friendship and Loyalty in The Mystery of 31, New Inn

> Theme guide for The Mystery of 31, New Inn by R. Austin Freeman.

The deep professional and personal bond between Thorndyke and Jervis is central, with Thorndyke offering Jervis a career and companionship, and Jervis showing unwavering trust and loyalty in return.

## Where it surfaces

- [Thorndyke Devises a Scheme](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mystery_of_31_new_inn_se/chapters/ii-thorndyke-devises-a-scheme): Thorndyke's warm welcome and renewed offer to Jervis highlight their deep friendship and mutual trust.
- [The Track Chart](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_mystery_of_31_new_inn_se/chapters/viii-the-track-chart): Thorndyke offers Jervis a permanent residence in his chambers, and Jervis eagerly assists in the investigation, reflecting mutual loyalty and camaraderie.

## Links

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