Jo now finds herself alone and lost. She misses not only caring for Beth, but Beth's inspiration and encouragement. Mrs. March suggests that Jo try writing again. Jo does eventually write a short story that is published and praised.
When Jo learns that Amy and Laurie are engaged, she is reflective and then happy for the couple. She does begin to experience a new emotion, however. She finds herself longing for a soul mate to share her life with. As she is going through items in her trunk, she finds a note from Professor Bhaer that reads, "Wait for.....
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