"A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity."
-King Solomon
This quote defines both relationships Heathcliff has with his siblings, Cathy being his friend and Hindley, a brother. Hindley constantly puts stress on Heathcliff's and Cathy's relationship because Cathy wants to show loyalty to her true brother, but it is hard when his heart is so cold towards Heathcliff. Their hatred for each other continues to grow throughout Wuthering Heights over Hindley's and Cathy's father and then over Cathy. Heathcliff becomes a favorite child because he is respectful and grateful; Cathy and her father prefer him, bringing out Hindley's jealousy. He beats him up and gloats about his inheritance, which pushes Heathcliff to rebel. Cathy and Heathcliff go from acquaintances to best friends to lovers. They love each other the entire time, but their love evolves. Hindley attempts many times to tear them apart with little success. Even through that strain, the relationship grows stronger, and Heathcliff continues to love her even once she dies. Hindley acts adequately as an adversary, while Cathy befriends and adores Heathcliff.
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