Chapter 3 Summary

As Stella begins her work at the theater, she is displeased to find that another apprentice, Geoffrey, has also been hired. Stella thought that she was one of the chosen few, and finding Geoffrey there too bothers her. Geoffrey is three years older than Stella and a bit of a snob. He often uses sophisticated words that are a mystery to Stella. George, the property master, is in charge of these two "students." Stella is disappointed that Meredith is in London, looking for costumes for the new season. She enjoys the atmosphere and new discoveries in the old building and feels very important taking care of different assignments for George.

One day, as Stella and Geoffrey work side by side, Geoffrey puts his arm around her and breathes heavily into her hair. Stella is about to shove him away, but then she thinks...