Gertrude's fiancé, a diplomat sent to Moscow. His delayed return causes Gertrude to give birth alone. He returns after her death and is confronted by Sir Charles, later revealed as the baby's biological father.
A devoted couple whose engagement is delayed by political unrest and separation.
The absent father whose delayed return coincides with the child's secret upbringing.
Two men whose relationship is strained by the revelation of shared responsibility for the child.
An indirect connection mediated through the truth of the child's parentage.
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