Part Two: Chapter 17, (pg 502-529) Summary

By August 1, Celia makes her way to Ightham in Kent. She is completely out of money and finds a job for a living. She remembers that Stephen said that he would be at Ightham Mote. She decides to apply for a job at the house and writes herself a recommendation from Lady Hutchinson. She calls herself Cissy Boone during the interview. She is hired and taken back to the Mote for inspection by Lady Allen.

When they arrive, Celia goes in to meet Emma. She hides her appearance by covering her hair with a rag and wearing an old gown and no shoes. She also keeps her eyes downcast. Emma is still as beautiful as she was before, even though she is now forty-three. She tells Celia that she should not become involved with any...