Summary: Lenina is invited to a feely but she declines the invitation. When she is talking to Fanny she says that she only wants one man, John. Lenina then decides to attempt to seduce John. John reacts to Lenina by quoting shakespear and speaking of marriage. Lenina is excited to find that John loves her, but loses interest at the thought of a lifelong commitment. She then moves closer to him and begins undressing, John is terrified by her. He slaps her and calls her a whore. Lenina locks herself in the bathroom and John starts re-enacting shakespear. He then receives a phone call about Linda's condition and leaves the apartment. Lenina slowly and cautiously leaves the apartment.
Interpretation: Lenina'a first reaction to abuse, John's realization of Lenina.
Fig. Language: Allusion- King Lear
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