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Mary Wharton

Emily's cousin and friend.

minor

Also known as Mary, Bell, Mary Wharton

First appearance: At Wharton

Mary Wharton shows up with force in Never Run Away!. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mary is present at Wharton and is surprised by Emily's obstinacy, regarding Arthur as a demigod who should never be refused.
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Mary Wharton first appears in 0069 lxx at wharton.

In Never Run Away!: Mary is present at Wharton and is surprised by Emily's obstinacy, regarding Arthur as a demigod who should never be refused.

Later, in The Marriage: Refuses to be a bridesmaid, writing a letter that deeply hurts Emily, likely influenced by Mrs. Fletcher.

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JAJaneLWLady WhartonELEmily LopezAFArthur FletcherAWAbel WhartonMWMary Wharton

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  • Other

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  • Wharton family and associates
  • Extended political and social network
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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