These Old Shades · Character
Mr. Marling
Lady Fanny and Edward's father, a country gentleman.
minor
Also known as XI Mr. Marling, Marling
First appearance: x lady fanny s virtue is outraged
Mr. Marling shows up with force in XVIII: The Indignation of Mr. Manvers. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Demands the return of his horse, which Rupert took; indignant throughout.
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