Algernon tells Lady Bracknell of his engagement to Cecily, prompting her to inspect Cecily and inquire into her social connections, which she does in a routine and patronizing manner that infuriates Jack. … As soon as she consents to his marriage to Gwendolen, Cecily can have his consent to marry Algernon.

Is Algernon in love with Cecily?

After Jack goes into the house, Algernon announces he is in love with Cecily. Algernon proclaims his undying affection while Cecily copies his words in her diary. … She tells Algernon that her dream has always been to marry someone named Ernest because the name inspires such confidence.

Who does Cecily fall in love with earnest?

She is obsessed with the name Ernest just as Gwendolen is, but wickedness is primarily what leads her to fall in love with “Uncle Jack’s brother,” whose reputation is wayward enough to intrigue her.