or tries) and Adele seems very attached to Jane. The odd relationship that takes shape between Mr.Rochester and Jane is one that becomes serious gradually. It seems to give Jane pleasure that Mr.Rochester believes her to be of intelligence that is peculiar for a schoolgirl. The bluntness that they share in a way shows flirtation between the characters but then the way that Rochester refers to Jane as little friend shows him as a type of father-like portrait.The life that Jane has growing up strips her of opportunitys to have bonds with individuals as a child except for Helen Burns and Bessie. The bonds that Jane establishes with these people seem as if they are filling the empty family positions. In Charlotte Brontes Jane Eyre the habitants of Thornsfield assist Jane in her voyage of finding herself and feeling comfortable. Mrs. Fairfax shows an ever-present kindness. Adele shows Jane how a spoilt child can sincerely care for someone. Mr.Rochester instills in Jane the will to love someone passionately, devoutly, and willingly. ...
