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From "The Turn of the Screw" by James, Henry
Miles
The governess's older charge, a beautiful and intelligent boy who has been expelled from school.
Core Belief
"He seems to believe in maintaining appearances and manipulating situations to his advantage. He might also believe in power and influence."
Worldview
He views the world as a stage where he must play his part carefully. He seems aware of the darker aspects of human nature and is perhaps more jaded than his age would suggest.
Personality
Charming, precocious, and enigmatic, Miles possesses a captivating blend of innocence and worldliness. He is unusually perceptive and seems to possess knowledge beyond his years. His motivations are often unclear, and he may be manipulating those around him.
In Their Own Words
"I say, my dear, you know, when in the world, please, am I going back to school?"
"If I tell you why, will you understand?"
"When Iām bad I am bad!"
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