Traces the friendship between Nathaniel and his fellow student Siegmund, who tries to warn him.
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Siegmund's warning
The Concerned Friend
The Observation
Siegmund noticed Olympia's strange behavior. He thought she was a wax doll.
The Warning
He told Nathaniel that Olympia seemed soulless and mechanical. He urged caution.
The Rejection
Nathaniel dismissed Siegmund as a cold, prosaic type. The friendship was strained.
Siegmund's loyalty
The Faithful Friend
The Madhouse
Siegmund stood by Nathaniel during his madness. He helped restrain him.
The Recovery
After Nathaniel's release, Siegmund visited him. Nathaniel thanked him for his loyalty.
The Farewell
Siegmund left, fearing that reminders of the past might trigger a relapse. The friendship was genuine but unable to save Nathaniel.
