Dombey and Son Chapter 5 - Paul's Progress and Christening

In which we observe the tender yet constrained unfolding of little Paul’s early days, under the watchful eyes of Miss Tox and Mrs Chick, culminating in a pompous and chilly christening harbouring quiet reflections and looming ambitions. The ceremony, marked by the coldness of both weather and heart, sets the stage for the firm’s stern traditions and the subtle tensions that weave through the household.