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The picture of Dorian Gray - The Friend (First Part)

‘There is nothing in the world as important as youth!’

As they entered the house, they saw Dorian Gray. He was sitting by the window and turning some pages of music. ‘You must lend me this music, Basil,’ he said. Then he turned and saw Lord Henry. ‘Oh, I’m sorry, Basil. I didn’t realize …’ ‘Dorian, this is Lord Henry Wotton,’ said Basil. ‘He’s an old friend of mine.’ Dorian Gray shook hands with Lord Henry, and while they talked, Lord Henry studied the young man. Yes, he was very good-looking indeed, with his bright blue eyes and his gold hair. He had an open, hones face. There were no dark secrets in that face. Lord Henry could understand Basil’s feelings for him.
Basil was getting his paints ready. Now he looked at Lord Henry. ‘Harry,’ he said, ‘I want to finish this portrait of Dorian today. I’m afraid I must ask you to go away.’ Lord Henry smiled and looked at Dorian Gray. ‘Should I go, Mr. Gray?’ he asked. ‘Oh, please don’t leave, Lord Henry. Basil never talks when he’s painting, and it’s boring. Please stay. I’d like you to talk to me.’ ‘Well, Basil?’ Lord Henry asked. The artist bit his lip. ‘Very well, Harry. Stay … if you must.’
While Basil painted, Lord Henry talked, and the young man listened. The words filled Dorian’s head like music – wild, exciting music. What a beautiful voice Lord Henry has, he thought. They are only words, but how terrible they are! How bright and dangerous! You cannot escape from words.

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