The Way We Live Now Chapter 7 - Mentor

In which Lady Carbury wrestles with hopes and fears for her wayward son Felix, whose reckless expenses and gambling strain her resources and patience, while her cousin Roger Carbury confronts the young man with a stern resolve to curb his ruinous conduct. Meanwhile, the prospect of an advantageous marriage and literary success occupies Lady Carbury’s thoughts, even as difficult truths about family honour and responsibility come to light in their various conversations.