Power and Manipulation

Pratt wields power through his knowledge of the will, manipulating Mrs. Mallathorpe and attempting to control Nesta, while other characters like Esther Mawson also use manipulation to gain advantage.

Pratt manipulates Mrs. Mallathorpe by leveraging the will's secret, while she seeks to maintain control over her family's wealth.

Pratt manipulates Eldrick's trust and the office situation to gain power over the Mallathorpe estate, using deception to secure his position.

Pratt leverages his possession of the will to force Mrs. Mallathorpe into a lifetime arrangement, demonstrating his manipulative control.

Pratt manipulates his access to the Mallathorpe household, using his position and charm to gain private audiences and exert influence over Mrs. Mallathorpe.