Arthur Fletcher

Emily Lopez

Former suitor and lifelong friend; Arthur remains in love with Emily and hopes to marry her after her husband's death.

Ferdinand Lopez

Rivals for Emily's affection; Arthur despises Ferdinand as a dishonest man who mistreated the woman he loves.

Emily Lopez

Former suitor and lifelong friend; Arthur remains in love with Emily and hopes to marry her after her husband's death.

Ferdinand Lopez

Rivals for Emily's affection; Arthur despises Ferdinand as a dishonest man who mistreated the woman he loves.

Ferdinand Lopez

Rivals for Emily's affection; Arthur despises Ferdinand as a dishonest man who mistreated the woman he loves.

Emily Lopez

Former suitor and lifelong friend; Arthur remains in love with Emily and hopes to marry her after her husband's death.

No One Knows Anything About Him

Mentioned as an alternative suitor whom Emily insists she will never love.

XIII: Mr. Wharton Complains

Mentioned as an English gentleman whom Emily had met at Wharton; Mr. Wharton regrets that Emily did not choose him over Lopez.

Arthur Fletcher

Arthur is introduced as a handsome, popular, and successful younger son of the Fletcher family, deeply in love with Emily Wharton. He is devastated to learn of her interest in Ferdinand Lopez but resolves to confront her directly.

Never Run Away!

Arthur is heartbroken over Emily's rejection and contemplates abandoning his legal career to travel the world. His brother John chides him for his despondency.

Goodbye

Resolves to accept Emily's choice, meets her to say goodbye, and vows to remain her friend despite his heartbreak.

St. James's Park

Mentioned as a rival for Emily and as someone who had a falling out with Everett over Lopez.

The Marriage

Receives Emily's letter about her marriage and replies briefly, sending no present but remaining in her thoughts.

The Two Candidates for Silverbridge

Emerges as the opposition candidate for Silverbridge, backed by the De Courcy interest; Lopez reflects on having beaten him once before.

Yes;—A Lie!

Writes to Emily explaining his candidacy at Silverbridge was pledged before knowing Lopez would stand; expresses hope for mutual good-fellowship.

Yes;—with a Horsewhip in My Hand

Mentioned as the opposing candidate; Emily reflects on his gentlemanly qualities, contrasting them with Lopez's behavior.

Showing That a Man Should Not Howl

Resolves to carry his hopeless love for Emily as a lifelong burden; writes a careful letter to her about the election; rides recklessly in the hunting field, prompting his brother's concern.

The Silverbridge Election

Prepares for the election at Greshamsbury, learning of the third candidate Du Boung and the Duke's neutral stance, which improves his prospects.

Lopez Back in London

Referenced as the subject of Lopez's anger for writing to Emily and as the opponent in the Silverbridge altercation. Lopez claims Fletcher insulted his wife.

The Jolly Blackbird

Dines with Mr. Wharton at the Jolly Blackbird, discusses his unrequited love for Emily and his new parliamentary interests in land drainage.

Get Round Him

Recalled by Emily with regret; his letter was innocent and his character is contrasted favorably with Lopez's.

Retribution

Referenced in the context of the Silverbridge election as the successful candidate.

The Explanation

Asked to undertake the task of questioning the Duke, he indignantly refuses, dismissing the matter as beneath him.

The First and the Last

Arthur visits Emily despite the ban, expressing his undying love and urging her to leave Lopez. He kisses her in farewell, leading to a confrontation with Lopez.

The Widow and Her Friends

Renews his interest in Emily but is told by Mr. Wharton that she is not yet ready to see him.

There Must Be Time

Writes to Mr. Wharton, declaring his unchanged love for Emily and seeking permission to see her, arguing that the usual mourning period should be abridged.

Mrs. Lopez Prepares to Move

Emily fears encountering him at Wharton; she still loves him but feels it is treasonous to think of joy.

At Wharton

Expected to arrive at Wharton Hall; Emily is determined to avoid meeting him as a lover, though the family hopes for a reconciliation.

The Ladies at Longbarns Doubt

Welcomes Emily to Longbarns, expresses fear of refusal to his mother, resolves to propose when it will give her more pleasure than pain.

I Am Disgraced and Shamed

Renews his suit to Emily after a year of mourning, visiting Manchester Square frequently and planning his approach.

The Great Wharton Alliance

Not seen in Manchester Square; his name is not mentioned by Mr. Wharton; Mary hopes he will marry Emily.

The Duchess in Manchester Square

Mentioned as the present member for Silverbridge and Emily's former lover; the Duchess hopes to reunite them.

The Wharton Wedding

Acts as best man at the wedding and presses his suit to Emily, arguing it is her duty to marry him.

The Last Meeting at Matching

Now engaged to Emily Wharton, he discusses his postponed marriage with the Duchess, who congratulates him and calls him a hero among lovers.