The Fate of the Commandor

The editor who offers help and becomes a father figure, but whose faith in the protagonist is not fully repaid.

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The Generous Editor

The Generous Editor The First Acceptance The Commandor accepts his story and pays him. He becomes a source of hope. The Refusal of Help The protagonist refuses an advance, wanting to earn it. He later accepts a half-sovereign in the street. The Unfulfilled Promise He promises to write for the money, but he cannot. The Commandor's kindness remains unreciprocated.

Part I, III, IV