Emma
Mr. Weston
Frank's cheerful father
The genial master of Randalls, who loves company and sees the best in everyone. He is proud of his son.
Mr. Weston is the owner of Randalls, a friendly and talkative man who enjoys society and sees the best in everyone. He has just married Emma's governess, Miss Taylor, and he is happy to welcome guests to dinner. He loves a party.
He is also the proud father of Frank Churchill, who was raised by the wealthy Churchills. Mr. Weston talks of him constantly and has long hoped that his son will visit Highbury.
“Emma! I must speak with you at once—shocking news from Enscombe!”
In the story
Contains spoilers.
Mr. Weston hosts the Christmas Eve dinner at Randalls, and he is the one who introduces Frank to Emma at last. He and Frank plan the grand ball at the Crown Inn, which is meant to delight all of Highbury.
When Mrs. Churchill dies, he rushes to Emma with the shocking news from Enscombe. Frank is now free, though Mr. Weston does not know yet what that means. He is present at Emma's wedding with his wife.
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