Villette Chapter 27 - The Hotel Crecy - Part 2

In which the evening’s social circle reveals petty jealousies and sharp words that veil deeper, unspoken tensions amongst the company, as Lucy navigates with quiet dignity the complicated interactions occasioned by old acquaintances and fresh provocations. A mixture of wit, restraint, and candid rebuke marks the carriage ride home, where Lucy asserts her own steadfastness against the caprice of a moody companion.