Martin Chuzzlewit Chapter 6

In which the young Martin Chuzzlewit is left in charge of Mr Pecksniff’s household during the family’s London excursion, tasked with architectural amusements and supported by the simple-hearted but devoted Thomas Pinch. Amid domestic bustle and quiet confidences before the fire, Martin reveals his troubles of affection and inheritance to his attentive companion, who offers humble counsel and companionship as the day wanes.