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From "Sense and Sensibility" by Austen, Jane
Lucy Steele
A cunning and manipulative young woman engaged to Edward Ferrars.
Core Belief
"Self-interest is the driving force behind all actions. One should use any means necessary to secure their own happiness and success."
Worldview
Lucy sees the world as a game of social maneuvering, where appearances are more important than genuine feelings. She believes in exploiting the weaknesses of others to her own advantage and is adept at navigating social hierarchies.
Personality
Lucy is ambitious, shrewd, and calculating. She is driven by social climbing and financial security, willing to use flattery and deception to achieve her goals. She is outwardly charming and affable, but inwardly cold and self-serving.
In Their Own Words
"I cannot bear to have you think me impertinently curious. I am sure I would rather do any thing in the world than be thought so by a person whose good opinion is so well worth having as yours."
"I am sure I should have the smallest fear of trusting _you_; indeed, I should be very glad of your advice how to manage in such an uncomfortable situation as I am; but, however, there is no occasion to trouble _you_."
"We have been engaged these four years."
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