Now having been promoted, Hump runs the ship with the assistance of Louis. Captain Larsen continues to make life on ship unpleasant for the mutinous sailors. Johnson and Leach bide their time while waiting for another opportunity to take out Captain Larsen. Leach, fearing that death is eminent, asks a favor of Hump.
Haidee relates the story of her father's death to Albert and the Count of Monte Cristo.
Gunther outwits Brunhild.
The author presents his opinion of English poetry.
George is concerned with Ted's choices and interests, which are contrary to his own. An incident at Ted's party causes tension between the Babbitt's and Littlefield's. A visit from family only increases George's irritation with matters at home.
The Count's telling of his involvement in the course of events.
The author continues his work as a public speaker while still devoting himself to the prosperity of the Tuskegee Institute.
The author explains the basic doctrine of the priests.
Newland and May travel to Europe for the honeymoon, where they visit with friends.
Miriam and Donatello have a discussion in the garden.
The clash between sense and sensibility is again shown in this discussion between Elinor and Marianne, and what their views on Edward and Elinor’s relationship are.
The author discusses a worldwide history of number systems.
Anne overcomes her stage fright to give a recital at a local upscale hotel.
Following the service, the Dean and Mr. Crisparkle discuss the current state of Mr. Jasper's health. Edwin Drood pays a visit to his uncle to discuss his impending nuptials with Rosa Bud.
Tom Eaves gives his opinion. Lord Steyne is troubled by his son's situation, but continues to distract himself with lavish parties.
Jurgis jumps aboard a freight train in a state of shock. In the country Jurgis becomes a vagabond, stealing just to survive. After witnessing a mother and child, Jurgis breaks down.
The troupe finds refreshment in the Fountain of Youth. Alice is startled as the explores city alone.
After successfully waking Quox, Polychrome and Quox decide to attack. Quox is instantly captured. However, upon seeing the dragon’s ribboned locket, Ruggedo’s magical powers vanish. Quox opens the locket and eggs appear and frighten Ruggedo—chasing him away from his kingdom.
Jack meets Corporal Rufus Smith. They visit the General. Rufus reminds the General that they are acquaintances and asks to be his gardener.
Ishmael gives a description of the second mate, Stubb.
The Micawbers and Tommy Traddles attend a dinner at David's apartment. Littimer visits David in search of Steerforth. David advises Tommy in regards to Mr. Micawber's situation.
With the start of Muff Potter's trial, Huck and Tom remember Muff's kindness.
The narrator finds it increasingly difficult to conceal an act of violence from the authorities.
Queequeg's tale is concluded. Ishmael and Queequeg seek employment at sea.
As Quasimoto awaits punishment, two Parisian women and a country woman compare the pillories of Paris and Reims before stopping to see a performance by Esmeralda. The country woman tells the story of Paquette-la-Chanterfleurie and her child. The women pay a tribute to the recluse.