... wish for Aziz to receive justice. Fielding quickly assumes that there has to be something wrong with Miss Quested as he is so reassured that Aziz's nature could not commit this deplorable crime. This can be identified by "Then she's mad". This fast appraisal of the situation, which has just been portrayed to Fielding, immediately dismisses him, as he again betrays the "herd" and doesn't act like the superior white male. This again shows that Fielding is counteracting the behaviour of the "herd" and providing a barrier due to his better judgement. Being a teacher he can quickly make this assumption as working with all ages. He can tell who is mischievous and who isn't. Fielding's genuine concern for Aziz shows his loyalty and friendship, that he will go against a group, which could possibly land him in prison. He would rather stand up for what he believes is right than ...

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