Moscow Idaho Real Estate

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Moscow Idaho Real Estate

Nicholas Returns to Moscow

Nicholas returns to visit his overjoyed family in Moscow with his friend, Denisov. He is amazed that, while he feels so different, Moscow is almost just as he left it. Some things have changed, however; Sonya is 16 and more womanly. Natasha takes Nicholas aside and tells him that Sonya still loves him but will not hold him to his promise of courting her. Natasha has discovered a love of dance and intends never to marry Boris, nor anyone else.

Nicholas lives the life of a popular bachelor and refrains from courting Sonya, although their romantic tension remains. He makes poor choices, such as carousing instead of spending time with his family. He befriends Dolokhov and acts as his second in an illegal duel. When Sonya refuses Dolokhov's proposal because she still loves Nicholas, Dolokhov takes revenge by cheating Nicholai out of a great deal of money at cards.

Denisov is well-liked by the Rostovs and develops an interest in Natasha. Her beautiful, untrained singing moves both Denisov and Nicholas. Everyone is surprised when Denisov proposes to Natasha. She runs to her mother and tells her that she likes Denisov and feels sorry for him but does not want to marry him. Her mother thinks that Natasha is too young but leaves Natasha to decide. Natasha refuses, and Denisov departs.