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Character Sketch of Mr. John, , @, , , , , , Mr. John, , The Character Mr. John has an equally, important role as that of the narrator Dr AJ, Cronin in the anecdote ‘The Best Investment I, Ever Made’. He is in his early 40s, and rather, short in build with a fair complexion and clear, blue eyes. His thin hair has begun to recede, from his forehead. He looks serious and, reserved in his dark suit, sober tie and rimless, spectacles. Mr. John was an orphan and had, an unhappy and miserable past. When he was, young, he led a loose life. To enjoy pleasures of, life, he pledged all his belongings, borrowed, huge amount from others, stole some money, from his workplace and gambled. Lost, everything , finally he tried to commit suicide,, but was fortunately saved by Dr. AJ Cronin., , All these happened 25 years ago. He learned a, good lesson from his tragedy and determined, to change himself. Now he is a solicitor by, profession and director of a charitable, organisation. He wished for a second meeting, with Dr. Cronin. But when Mr. John, unexpectedly meets him after 25 years during, a voyage , he cannot approach him. His, diffidence prevents him from approaching Dr, Cronin. Finally encouraged by his wife, he, approaches and tells him his story. Dr. Cronin, becomes extremely happy to know that Mr., John is now a social worker.