The people of Middlemarch gossip continually about the appointment of a chaplain at the new hospital that Bulstrode is building. A Mr. Tyke, who Bulstrode seems to favor, is considered.
Lydgate enjoys a dinner at the Vincy's. He admires Rosamond while there and talks to her about music. They both agree that there are few talented musicians in Middlemarch. This proves to be just one of the annoyances of living in a rural place.
Rosamond implores Fred not to practice while Mr. Lydgate is there. She claims Fred's playing is not accomplished. Rosamond performs for them, to everyone's enjoyment.
After leaving the Vincy's that evening, Lydgate vows to himself that he will continue in his studies and not seek a wife for five years, despite the temptations. Rosamond dreams of marriage, though she seems to be.....
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