# The Will explained — Can You Forgive Her?

> Chapter companion for Can You Forgive Her? by Anthony Trollope.

## What happens

After the Squire's funeral, the will is read, revealing that Kate Vavasor inherits a life interest in the property, while George is largely disinherited. George reacts with fury, accusing the attorney of roguery and threatening to contest the will. John Vavasor, as executor, worries about the immediate fallout and his duties at the Hall.

## Themes in this chapter

### Wealth and Financial Dependence

The will's provisions highlight the characters' financial fates: Kate gains independence, George is cut off, and John Vavasor faces the burdens of executorship.

### Betrayal and Forgiveness

George perceives the will as a betrayal by his grandfather, leading to rage and threats, while Kate accepts her inheritance with gratitude.

## Character check-ins

### George Vavasor

Furious and violent after learning he is disinherited; accuses the attorney of roguery and threatens to contest the will.

### Kate Vavasor

Beneficiary of the will, inheriting a life interest; remains composed and grateful for her grandfather's kindness.

### Mr. John Vavasor

Executor of the will, anxious about managing the estate and preventing George from taking violent possession.

### Mrs. Greenow

Delighted for Kate's inheritance; treats George's bad humor as grief and remains cheerful.

### Mr. Scruby

The attorney who reads the will; insulted by George's accusations but defends the document's validity.

## Key lines

> It is a piece of d⸺ roguery.

George calls the will a fraudulent act.

_George's outburst reflects his belief that the will is unjust and illegal._

> I never was insulted in such a way before.

The attorney feels deeply offended by George's accusation.

_Mr. Gogram's reaction underscores the gravity of George's insult in a professional context._

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