Richard Enfield
Utterson's distant relative and walking companion, who recounts the initial incident involving Hyde and the child.
Core Belief
"It is best to mind one's own business and avoid meddling in the affairs of others, especially when they appear questionable."
Worldview
Enfield sees the world as a place where appearances are important and discretion is essential for navigating social life. He believes in maintaining a safe distance from potentially scandalous situations.
Personality
Enfield is a sociable and observant man, described as a 'well-known man about town.' He values his reputation and adheres to a personal code of discretion, avoiding unnecessary inquiries into matters that seem suspicious or 'Queer Street'.
In Their Own Words
"“Well, it was this way,” returned Mr. Enfield: “I was coming home from some place at the end of the world, about three o’clock of a black winter morning, and my way lay through a part of town where there was literally nothing to be seen but lamps."
"“No, sir; I had a delicacy,” was the reply. “I feel very strongly about putting questions; it partakes too much of the style of the day of judgment. You start a question, and it’s like starting a stone."
"“It was impossible to do the one without the other,” returned Enfield. “And by the way, what an ass you must have thought me, not to know that this was a back way to Dr. Jekyll’s! It was partly your own fault that I found it out, even when I did.”"
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