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The Time Traveller returns to the present to tell his dinner guests of his amazing adventures. The next day the narrator finds the Time Traveller preparing for another journey through time.

The Marble Faun

Chapter XLIV: “The Deserted Shrine”

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

Upon noticing the flame’s gone out, Kenyon goes inside to investigate.

The Marble Faun

Chapter XL: “Hilda and a Friend”

by Nathaniel Hawthorne

After Hilda receives the priest’s blessing, she is reunited with Kenyon.

Oliver Twist

Chapter 33: Wherein the Happiness of Oliver and His Friends, Experiences a Sudden Check.

by Charles Dickens

When Rose's health suddenly declines, Oliver is sent to summon Dr. Losberne.

Oliver Twist

Chapter 49: Monks and Mr. Brownlow at Length Meet. Their Conversation, and the Intelligence that Interrupts It.

by Charles Dickens

Monks is captured and brought to Mr. Brownlow's home. Details of Monks' life are finally revealed. The search for Mr. Sikes continues.

Shylock, determined to receive his bond, refuses a generous offer by Bassanio. Shylock prepares to receive his bond as the court awaits the arrival of Balthasar. Portia, disguised as Balthasar, attempts to incite mercy in the heart of Shylock. Shylock's victory in court is short-lived.

The Snow Queen

Second Story: A Little Boy and a Little Girl

by Hans Christian Andersen

Years after the creation of the mirror, Kay and Gerda play in their families gardens.

The Sea-Wolf

Chapter 36

by Jack London

Hump and Maud continue to salvage the vessel, while foiling a would be saboteur.

The Sea-Wolf

Chapter 2

by Jack London

Humphrey awakens to find himself aboard the Ghost, a seal-hunter headed for Japan. The cook, Thomas Mugridge, explains the current situation aboard ship.

Babbitt

Chapter 28

by Sinclair Lewis

George's relationship with Tanis takes a toll on his marriage, while his liberal opinions put him at odds with his friends.

Oliver Twist

Chapter 42: An Old Acquaintance of Oliver's, Exhibiting Decided marks of Genius, Becoming a Public Character in the Metropolis.

by Charles Dickens

Noah and Charlotte, set to leave for London, encounter Fagin and Barney at the Three Cripples Inn.

Oliver Twist

Chapter 12: In Which Oliver is Taken Better Care of than He Ever Was Before. And In Which the Narrative Reverts to the Merry Old Gentleman and His Youthful Friends.

by Charles Dickens

Oliver awakens in the care of Mrs. Bedwin, Mr. Brownlow's housekeeper. Oliver is greatly affected by a portrait in Mr. Brownlow's home.

The Woman in White

EPOCH ONE: “The Story Continued by Vincent Gilmore, Part II”

by Wilkie Collins

Mr. Gilmore describes the interactions between Sir Percival and the two ladies of the house. As he prepares to depart for London he takes an opportunity to speak to Laura regarding her marriage plans.