As the minister returns to town, he can hardly believe the change in his fortunes. But all is not as it seems as his behavior becomes erratic, leading to a strange meeting with Chillingworth.
The author, by a lucky accident, finds means to leave Blefuscu; and, after some difficulties, returns safe to his native country.
The relationship between Captain Larsen and Hump continues to progress, as Larsen divulges more of his past.
Betsy, Hank, Shaggy and Princess Ozga meet Polychrome (a fairy daughter of the rainbow). She tells the group that she will help them find Ruggedo’s (the Nome Prince’s) underground caverns. They come upon Tik-Tok.
Tom tries to attract the attention of Becky Thatcher. Tom is wrongly accused and punished by Aunt Polly when Sid has an accident, causing him to evaluate his importance in the world.
Betsy and her friends meet Queen Ann and her army. Queen Ann tries to conquer Betsy and her friends, but once the Shaggy Man removed the Love Magnet from his pocket, all talk of conquering was forgotten. Ann decides to conquer Ruggedo instead and makes Tik-Tok her new private.
Maximilian visits Valentine and Noirtier.
Manfred is expelled and all is concluded.
George Washington's seventh Annual Address to Congress (now known as the State of the Union Address).
Estella's visit fills Pip with optimism.
Betsy, Hank and the Roses meet the Shaggy Man. The Royal Gardner explains that all intruders are to be put to death, and when Betsy wants to run away, Shaggy telles her about his lost brother, the Love Magnet, the Nome King and the Land of Oz. The three friends pick a rose princess (Ozga).
Raskolnikov pays a visit to Sonya, who is surprised and frightened by his presence. Svidrigailov listens in on Raskolnikov and Sonya's conversation in private.
The Hurons discover Uncas has escaped. Magua and the dead woman are discovered in the cave. Magua persuades the Hurons to follow his lead once more.
Jack, Mulford, and Rose make plans. Rose is frustrated by her aunt's ignorance. The boat faces danger.
Monsieur Cavalcanti, Benedetto, visits Caderousse's house.
As the Ghost approaches another boat, Hump, having recognized Johnson and Leach, attempts to ensure clemency for the two sailors.
Jack speaks to the other seamen and plans to assist Mulford. Jack reveals his plans to Rose.
A Prince in disguise provides assistance to a stranger.
Pip remains loyal to Magwitch, as Herbert and Wemmick both prepare to marry their fiancees.
The Bird's and the Ruggle's have Christmas dinner.
A drawing leads to misunderstanding then friendship.
Violence erupts in London as people attempt to escape the Martian attack.
Anne makes declines an education opportunity in order to save Green Gables. Gilbert and Anne finally become friends.
The travelers board the Henrietta, with Phileas eventually taking the helm as captain. Phileas brokers a deal with the captain, eventually arriving in Liverpool with time to spare. With Phileas now on British soil, Detective Fix finally makes use of his arrest warrant.