Frannie attempts to seduce the naive Nick while her father is asleep, using snacks and flirtation to win him over. Nick skillfully redirects the conversation to investigate the mistreatment of Mrs. Smike, eventually using a 'chaste peck' to pacify Frannie and escape the uncomfortable situation.
FRANNIE: Come!
NICK: Oh. I thought - Mr Squeers said -
FRANNIE: Daddy’s gone to bed. Tired out, poor thing. And he thought it’d be better, just us two.
NICK: I’m pretty tired myself actually -
FRANNIE: That’s why I thought we’d just chill out here. Watch some telly. Have some dinner.
FRANNIE: Come a
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