Fred immediately goes to tell Mary Garth of the hardship that has befallen her family on his account. He calls himself lowly names, admitting guilt. He promises not to bother her again, assuming the wrongs he has done are unforgivable. Mary agrees that what he has done is very low. She promises not to love such a weak man as that. She means such promises, though, to motivate Fred to be a better person. She sees some potential in Fred that is, as of yet, unrealized. As Fred starts home, he begins to feels both physically and emotionally ill.
Caleb Garth arrives at Stone Court right behind Fred. When he tries to break the news to Mary, she confesses that she already knows. She consoles her father and gives him the money she has.....
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