War and Peace Volume 2 Book 8 Chapter 6

In which the Rostóvs journey to Moscow, seeking to prepare for impending family visits and matrimonial arrangements amidst the wintry chill, finding refuge in the austere yet kindly household of Márya Dmítrievna, whose forthright manner and sharp tongue mask a warm regard for her guests. Amidst bustling social calls and trousseau fittings, thoughtful counsel is imparted to Natásha concerning the delicate navigation of familial approval and affection, marking the gentle unfolding of complex ties and future hopes.