Chapter 35 Summary

Miss Betsey is told about David's love for Dora. However, in his new financial state, David feels he must resign from his apprenticeship and tell Dora that he is now poor. He finds out that he cannot get out of his apprenticeship without forfeiting the money that was paid for it. While he is pondering what to do, he runs into Agnes. Agnes informs him that Uriah Heep has moved into her father's house and his influence over her father worries her. The two of them go in and discuss the new financial situation with Miss Betsey. Miss Betsey explains how she has lost her fortune. Agnes suggests that David could get work as a private secretary to Dr. Strong, who has retired from the school and now lives in London. David takes this advice and writes to him.

Agnes and the group...