Mathilde Loisel is anxious to hurry away from the minister's ball because of what Maupassant calls her "wraps." She has a nice new gown and a diamond necklace, but she only has cheap, old outer garments to wrap around her shoulders before venturing out into the cold early-morning air. She is afraid of being seen by the other women who are still present. They would all enjoy seeing the tell-tale signs of poverty because they hate her for being...
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