Part Two: Chapters 27-31 (pg 85 - 102) Summary

In chapters 27 -31 the Countess is delighted that Julian and Sissy get along. He explains that yes, Sissy is extraordinary, and yes it is common for her to skip town. Julian admits he is completely taken with Sissy. The Countess says Julian must get his head straight. In order to do so, Julian attempts to find Sissy. Julian writes Sissy a letter which she gets while she is in North Carolina. After reading it, she decides to call Julian. He admits that he loves her. While Sissy thinks it's too soon and tells him he is a fool, she feels a pull to him also. As soon as Sissy returns to New York, she and Julian get married.

Julian and Sissy's marriage is certainly one of compromise. Sissy finds herself closed off in...