The Way of the World

Explain Fainall's circumstances as we know them by Act 2, Scene 1. What is his relationship with the women in the play?

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Fainall's circumstances are clarified by his relationship with the women in the play. He is married to Mrs. Fainall, Lady Wishfort's daughter. However, he is having an affair with Mrs. Marwood. He seems to be unhappy in both situations. Mrs. Marwood claims he has ruined her by spending her money and reputation. Since he is spending her money, this suggests that he doesn't have much money of his own.