Summary

Part 2: “Pursuits,” continued

In Chapter 23:” Doctor Crouch,” the postman arrives at Windsor Manor, delivering mail to Kip. Kip asks about any special deliveries, but the postman denies knowing about any. The mail from town is from Bertrand, who writes that he has hired Doctor Ezekiel Crouch to check on the family while Bertrand is away. Kip is assigned to pick the man up in the village, which he does. Doctor Crouch is happy to ride with Kip, and reveals an interest in flowers, plants, and trees during the ride, especially for medicinal possibilities. Crouch reveals he is to see to the health of the family. He is stunned by the estate’s poor condition, and says he did not know Bertrand had fallen on such hard times. Doctor Crouch says he should be done within the hour, and offers Kip a tuppence. Kip asks...