In Chancery Part 2 Chapter 6 - Jolyon In Two Minds

In which Jolyon, retreating from the vapid company of his kin abroad, finds in wintertime Paris a subtle brightness and a refreshing aloofness, embarking upon daily meetings with a solitary and enchanting acquaintance who offers a quiet solace in an otherwise lonely city. As their companionship deepens amid whispered confidences and shared outings, an unforeseen tidings from home casts a sudden shadow over Jolyon’s serene reverie, compelling him to confront the delicate balance between affection and duty.