The Twistytail family wait for Santa to arrive on Christmas Eve. The next morning the entire family opens their bountiful gifts. The author wishes the readers a merry christmas.
Nelly's narrative ends; Zillah is now who tells Nelly about Cathy. Before Linton dies Cathy takes care of herself; after Linton dies, Cathy will not let Zillah or Hareton be nice to her.
Sylvie and Bruno go to sleep outdoors.
A discussion of life, nature, and existence with Captain Larsen ends in a rather strange act of violence towards Hump.
While touring the outskirts of Gopher Prairie, Carol meets Miles Bjornstam, the town sole Democrat. Carol unsuccessfully attempts to introduce Will to the art of Poetry. A less opinionated Carol finds greater acceptance with the ladies of the Jolly Seventeen.
Dorian decides to move the painting to the attic. He is suspicious of others. Lord Henry sends over a book, as well as an article on Sibyl.
Hump receives his dried clothing, but notices that some valuably articles are now missing, resulting in an altercation with Mugridge. A misstep while performing his duties aboard ship, results in violence towards Hump. Hump informs Captain Larsen of his missing money, but is only chastised for his irresponsibility and later presented with some of the captains philosophy.
"Ah, yes, ‘t is sweet still to remember,"
An emotional Esmeralda returns to the courtroom where a list of her supposed crimes are read aloud before she is sentenced.
Basil tries to speak to Dorian about his reputation.
Oliver and Nancy proceed to Bill Sikes' house. Sikes gives a stern warning to Oliver.
Edward confronts William.
The reader gets an explanation to the General’s strange habits and fears.
Harold faces destruction when his partner, Mrs. Westmacott’s brother, abandons him with a massive debt that he may never be able to pay back. He tries to take a noble stand for his creditors and Clara vows to stay by him.
As the voyage continues, Doctor Dolittle once again attempts to understand the language of the shellfish.
The Emperor learns to appreciate the nightingale.
More visitors arrive at Walden Pond during the winter.
Harker determines the location of the missing boxes, and the men decide they must act quickly. Renfield is involved in a mysterious accident.
Huck is invited to stay with the Grangerford family.
Caesar dismisses Artemidorus' warning. The plot is carried out as Antony flees. Antony sends a message to Brutus. Cassius continues to doubt the loyalty of Antony as Caesar's funeral approaches. Antony sends a warning to Octavius.
Anne and Diane Berry become fast friends. Marilla is impressed by Anne's generosity.
Miriam and Donatello recognize the dead monk.
Du Bois delivers a final message to the reader.
The narrator discovers a shocking painting while seeking refuge in an abandoned mansion.