The Way We Live Now Chapter 17 - Marie Melmotte Hears A Love Tale

In which Felix Carbury arrives late and ungraciously at Carbury, causing irritation to his cousin Roger and presenting himself with little regard for the family’s hospitality, while Lady Carbury tenderly supports her son despite his faults. Meanwhile, at Caversham, Sir Felix seeks to renew his suit with Marie Melmotte amidst the complex social manoeuvrings of the Longestaffe family and their enforced hospitality towards the Melmottes.