Chapter 19 Summary

Connie writes to Clifford and tells him that she is living with Duncan Forbes, who she met in Venice. Subconsciously, Clifford has been expecting Connie to leave him for some time. When he receives the letter, he is beside himself. He gives the letter to Mrs. Bolton to read. She is not at all surprised, but she takes control of the situation and ministers to him, only to go to her room alone later and mock his disgrace. From then on, at home, Clifford becomes like an obedient child, and Mrs. Bolton becomes his nanny. In his dealing in the industry, however, he is more shrewd and calculating than ever.

Clifford writers to Connie and demands that she come back to Wragby once more, holding her to her promise. Connie feels afraid and delays making a decision. Clifford writes back, bullying. Eventually Connie...