A New England Winter

The story delves into the complexities of familial relationships, particularly focusing on Mrs. Daintry's anxiety over her son-in-law Arthur's lack of visit to Florimond. Torn between her desire to protect Joanna's feelings and her concern for Florimond, she grapples with the implications of Arthur's absence. The narrative explores themes of social etiquette and the unspoken tensions that can arise in family dynamics, highlighting Mrs. Daintry's hope that cultural norms might explain the situation.