Chapter Three, Hard Cheese on Tony: Part Five Summary

Jock's date is an American named Mrs. Rattery. She arrives at Hetton by airplane that she pilots. Tony had pictured a busty showgirl type, completely different from the tall woman in helmet and overalls that emerges from the plane. Tony decides to write a letter to Brenda, as he has been doing often of late. He tells her how much he enjoyed the time they spent together and lets her know how the construction in the morning room is progressing. He ends the letter by telling her how excited John Andrew is about taking part in the hunting expedition.

The next day everyone gathers for the event. Three packs of hunters, including Hetton and Pigstanton take part in the annual event. Jock and Mrs. Rattery ride together, while a...