Narcissa’s Transports
Miss Williams reveals that Narcissa was overjoyed upon seeing the protagonist at the assembly, recognizing him despite his transformation and transformation. She reports that Narcissa assured herself of his continued passion through his expressive eyes and immediately sent Miss Williams to discover his current name and character.
The Letter Arrangement
The protagonist urges Miss Williams to lead him immediately to Narcissa, but she cautions him about propriety, warning that Narcissa would dismiss her as unworthy if she learned of this confidence. They agree that for now Miss Williams will report only his name, with a letter to follow within a day or two.
Sir Timothy’s Death
During their conversation, Miss Williams shares that the protagonist’s rival Sir Timothy died five months prior, having drunk himself into an apoplexy. The savage remains unmarried, freeing Narcissa from that particular threat.
Aunt’s Marriage Account
Miss Williams explains that Narcissa’s aunt developed an unexpected whim and married the parish schoolmaster. This marriage proved detrimental to her health; she has been hectically feverish and dropsical for some time and now takes the waters at Bath, where Narcissa attends her faithfully despite the aunt’s past mistake regarding the protagonist.
Appointment with Miss Williams
The protagonist and Miss Williams arrange to meet again the following day. Upon her departure, he shares the entire situation with his servant Strap, who receives the news with a mixture of astonishment and practical reservation, muttering that a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
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