The stern mill owner and Aloise's father. Initially disapproves of Nello's relationship with his daughter. After believing a false accusation regarding a mill fire, he banishes Nello but later becomes devastated when the family's savings are lost, ultimately leading a search party to find the boy.
A protective but ultimately controlling paternal relationship.
A marital partnership where Anna often serves as a moral counterweight to Nicholas.
A malicious relationship where Stephens manipulates events to shift blame onto Nello.
A fractured relationship built on false accusations and paternal disappointment.
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