The Wyvern Mystery · Character

Old Squire Fairfield

Another reference to the Fairfield patriarch, possibly distinct from Old Squire Harry.

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Also known as old Squire Fairfield, Wyvern, old Fairfield, The old Squire, Squire Fairfield, Squire, old Squire, old Wyvern

First appearance: Alice Maybell

Old Squire Fairfield shows up with force in Alice Maybell. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Mentioned as the Squire of Wyvern, whose anger Alice fears if she is late.

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In Alice Maybell: Mentioned as the Squire of Wyvern, whose anger Alice fears if she is late.

Later, in VI: The Old Squire Unlike Himself: Acts uncharacteristically, hinting at and then proposing marriage to Alice Maybell, showing a mix of despotism and vulnerability.

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Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Alice Maybell
Mentioned as the Squire of Wyvern, whose anger Alice fears if she is late.
VI: The Old Squire Unlike Himself
Acts uncharacteristically, hinting at and then proposing marriage to Alice Maybell, showing a mix of despotism and vulnerability.
Never Did Run Smooth
Shows gruff concern for Alice's health but remains antagonistic toward Charles.
Home
Though not present, the old squire's anger looms over the chapter. Charles reveals that the squire knows about the elopement and is furious, having quarreled with Charles over Alice.
XV: Harry Arrives
Mentioned as being furious with Charles; Harry warns Charles to stay away; described as nursing his wrath and likely to disinherit Charles.
XVIII: The Brothers’ Walk
Referenced as being very angry about Charles's situation, though not present in the scene.
The Lady Has Her Tea
Mentioned as being well and hearty, and part of the long-lived Fairfield stock.
A Talk with the Squire
The Squire is furious about the news of Alice's child, denounces her and Charles, and rants about the future legal battles over Wyvern. He reminisces about his youth and drinks with Tom Ward.

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