5 Thus far, being at her aunt and uncle’s home hadn’t been nearly as uncomfortable as Fanny had anticipated. After Uncle Jonas’s behavior during the reading of the will, she’d expected to be the object of his anger. Surprisingly, he’d proved most amiable during supper, even inquiring if she’d taken an interest in any young men. This was a topic that had made her the recipient of much teasing from both Jefferson and George throughout the remainder of the evening—at least until she and Amanda escaped