Original: She is revered by her son, and she and Cecilia develop a strong and mutual regard for each other. Cecilia finds her company refreshing after living with the Harrels Mortimer Delvile: The Delviles' son; often referred to as "young Delvile."
Simplified: They travel to Delvile Castle, where Cecilia finds Mortimerâ s behavior yet more confusing, and Mrs. Delvile makes clear to her that she does not want Cecilia to marry her son.