In Chapter 14 of "David Copperfield" by Charles Dickens, the narrator describes a morning encounter with his aunt. She is deep in thought at the breakfast table, so much so that she spills tea everywhere. The narrator feels anxious about her thoughts regarding him but refrains from expressing his concerns. As they share breakfast, he notices her intense gaze upon him, which makes him feel embarrassed and clumsy. Eventually, his aunt reveals that she has written to his father-in-law, indicating that she expects attention from him, hinting at an impending conflict if he does not respond. The chapter highlights the narrator's feelings of apprehension and the complex dynamics in his relationship with his aunt.

by Charles Dickens in English Fiction Stories

Writen by Charles Dickens

Category Fiction Stories