Book 2, Chapter 5 Summary

After the death of Dr. Surridge, Mr. Finch is sent away on a forced vacation. Mr. Peter Creedy, who is taking over for Derek Almond remarks how baffled he is at how V knows so much about Jordon Tower. What no one realized about the scuffle after the broadcast is that Mr. Dascombe, who worked in the control room, had been coerced into wearing V's costume. When security entered the room and opened fire, they got the wrong person.

Dr. Surridge's death has a deep effect on Finch. While on his solitary vacation, Finch plays his relationship with Dr. Surridge over in his mind. Although they shared some physical relationship, it sounds as though he cared much deeper for her. He believed their involvement was secret. Even still, this doesn't seem to bother Finch that much.

Evey now has a new...