IV. Present: Leaves of Light Summary

Isobel is in class and bored by the lecture on photosynthesis. Audrey is sleeping during the lecture.

At Arden, one of Vinny's cats dies, and she suspects Mr. Rice of doing something to harm the cat. Mr. Rice is in even more trouble once Debbie catches him in a compromising position with a woman who works at a local pub.

Charles finds a monogrammed handkerchief, and he incorporates the find into his developing theories concerning Eliza being abducted by aliens.

While riding a bus with Eunice, Isobel sees Malcolm Lovat talking to Hilary Walsh. Eunice informs Isobel that she has heard that Malcolm and Hilary are dating. Isobel is upset at Malcolm's relationship with Hilary, and she tells Eunice that she intends to kill Hilary.

One evening, Isobel is at the kitchen sink washing dishes...