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Clarissa · Chapter
Letter 479: Mr. Belford, to Robert Lovelace, Esq. explained
Mr.
What happens
Mr. Belford urgently advises Lovelace to flee to Paris or elsewhere, implying that the consequences of his actions are closing in.
Characters to notice
- John Belford
Writes a brief, urgent letter advising Lovelace to leave.
- Robert Lovelace
Recipient of Belford's warning to flee.
Key passages
“Thou wilt do well to take a tour to Paris; or wherever else thy destiny shall lead thee!”
You should leave immediately for Paris or any other safe destination.
Belford's urgent warning to Lovelace to escape the impending consequences.