We see again Leonce’s view of the world. It is based on finance and ownership. He likes to walk through his house examining his possessions, which he enjoys because they belong to him. Unfortunately, he includes Edna among his possessions.
Leonce cannot understand why Edna abandoned her Tuesday reception, but his concern is only economic. He is afraid Edna will snub someone who is important to him in the business world. He is not at all concerned with her personally.
After their little fight, Leonce leaves to have dinner at the club. It is his constant escape, and he goes there whenever things are not to his liking.
Edna responds differently to the fight than she used to. “Her eyes flamed with some inward fire,” and she finished her dinner
Leonce cannot understand why Edna abandoned her Tuesday reception, but his concern is only economic. He is afraid Edna will snub someone who is important to him in the business world. He is not at all concerned with her personally.
After their little fight, Leonce leaves to have dinner at the club. It is his constant escape, and he goes there whenever things are not to his liking.
Edna responds differently to the fight than she used to. “Her eyes flamed with some inward fire,” and she finished her dinner