Framley Parsonage Chapter XXXV - The Story of King Cophetua

In which Miss Lucy Robarts, burdened with the care of the Crawley family, confronts a summons from Lady Lufton that obliges her to an uneasy conference at Framley Court regarding her delicate position with Lord Lufton, Lady Lufton’s son. In this interview of mingled civility and constraint, the complex interplay of social standing, affection, and maternal concern unfolds, leaving Lucy with a sorrowful resolution and the consoling support of her family upon her return.