A sophisticated aristocrat initially courting Kate. He secretly desires Kate but intends to marry Milly for her fortune to save his estate. After being rejected by Milly, he sabotages Kate's scheme by revealing the secret to her, leading to the plan's ultimate failure.
Both men are connected to Kate and are drawn into the consequences of her manipulation.
Merton is involved with Kate while Lord Mark courts her, and Merton becomes alarmed when he sees Lord Mark in Venice.
Lord Mark's interest in Kate creates the initial romantic and financial alternative to Merton.
Lord Mark courts Kate with her guardian's approval and secretly tells her that he desires her.
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