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The Three Hostages · Character

Miss Outhwaite

Elsie Outhwaite's aunt or guardian.

minor

Also known as the aloof Miss Outhwaite, a flustered Miss Outhwaite

First appearance: ii i hear of the three hostages

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point

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