Sophia Western
The beautiful and virtuous object of Tom Jones's affection.
Core Belief
"Duty to family is important, but personal happiness and integrity should not be sacrificed for it. Virtue and kindness are essential qualities in a partner."
Worldview
Sophia views the world through a lens of morality and compassion. She is aware of the complexities of human relationships and strives to act with both prudence and kindness. She values personal integrity above social status or material wealth.
Personality
Sophia is intelligent, kind, and possesses a strong moral compass. She is deeply devoted to her father, but also values her own independence and is unwilling to compromise her principles, even under pressure. She displays a blend of modesty and firmness.
In Their Own Words
"“Mr. Jones, I will not affect to misunderstand you; indeed, I understand you too well; but, for Heaven's sake, if you have any affection for me, let me make the best of my way into the house. I wish I may be able to support myself thither.”"
"“Indeed, sir, I have great obligations to my aunt. She hath been a second mother to me.”"
"“I am afraid, Mr Jones, I have made too free a confession in owning to you my regard for that poor wretch. Pity alone, I am afraid, hath too great a share in it.”"
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