Wuthering Heights

How does Zillah’s relationship with Cathy and Hareton in Chapter 30 parallel Nelly’s relationship with the elder Catherine and Heathcliff?

How does Zillah’s relationship with Cathy and Hareton in Chapter 30 parallel Nelly’s relationship with the elder Catherine and Heathcliff?

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Outside of the fact that Zillah acts as a go between for the two, there are few similarities. Nelly loved Catherine and Heathcliff.... she had a vested interest in the family. Zillah has no such vested interest.... she doesn't even like Cathy.