The Way of the WorldOld Books The way of the world is based around two lovers mirabell and millamant. In order for the two to get married and receive millamants full Dowry, Mirabello must receive the blessing of millamants aunt, lady wishfort. Unfortunately, she is a very bitter lady, who despises Mirabello and wants instead, her own nephew, Sir wilful, to wed millamant. Other characters include fainall who is having a secret affair with Mrs. Marwood, a friend of Mrs.