First Period, pgs. 78-131 Summary

Lady Verinder and Rachel are surprised to learn that Franklin has arrived and departed in their absence. Penelope tells Betteredge of Rosanna's strange behavior when she returned to the house. As Betteredge is locking up that night, he discover trespassers on the property who are run off. He finds a bottle of black ink like the Indian jugglers had with the boy. The Indians did not appear again in the weeks before Rachel's birthday.

Franklin and Rachel spend their time together in the weeks before her birthday. Franklin is in love with her. Lady Julia invites Mr. Godfrey Abelwhite for Rachel's birthday. During this period, a strange man comes to visit Franklin but won't say why. Rosanna also becomes ill enough to require a visit from the doctor, who recommends fresh air. Betteredge sides with Rosanna about...