The Sword of Damocles · Character
Mr. Delafield
A member of the Delafield family, possibly Paula's father or uncle.
minor
Also known as Jacob Delafield
First appearance: i a wanderer
Mr. Delafield shows up with force in XXXIX: From A. To Z.. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Blackmails Sylvester, knowing his secret.
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- Extended family and background
- Central social circle
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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