The Way We Live Now Chapter 15 - 'You Should Remember That I Am His Mother'

In which Lady Carbury seeks refuge with her daughter at Carbury, hoping the pastoral quiet might shield them from the harsh scrutiny of London society, only to find herself embroiled in uneasy tensions surrounding her son’s improvident prospects and the questionable company he keeps. Meanwhile, Roger Carbury wrestles with his personal convictions and hospitality, navigating the delicate balance between familial loyalty and social disdain as invitations and intentions unfold within the county’s genteel sphere.