'But how can one little note—-' she recommenced, putting on an imploring countenance. 'Silence!' I interrupted. 'We'll not begin with your little notes. Get into bed.' She threw at me a very naughty look, so naughty that I would not kiss her good night at first: I covered her up, and shut her door, in great displeasure; but, repenting half way, I returned softly, and lo! there was miss standing at the table with a bit of blank paper before her and a pencil in her hand, which she guiltily slipped out of sight, on my entrance. 去书内

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    This passage captures the tense clash between Nelly’s protective authority and Cathy’s rebellious longing, as Nelly enforces Edgar’s demand to cut off contact with Linton. Nelly’s firm refusal to allow even a “little note” reflects her loyalty to Edgar and her fear of Heathcliff’s influence, while Cathy’s imploring expression and secret attempt to write reveal her youthful defiance and growing attachment. The playful yet charged exchange—Cathy’s naughty look, her petulant “Cross thing!” and Nelly’s half-hearted repentance—underscores their complex, motherly bond, which balances discipline with affection. This scene foreshadows Cathy’s eventual entanglement with Wuthering Heights, as her desire to connect with Linton overrides Nelly’s warnings, setting the stage for tragedy.

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