Summary

In Chapter 11, Clodagh and Fonsie subtly work to update and improve their families' respective businesses. Sean begins a friendship with Mrs. Healy, who runs the hotel in Knockglen. When Clodagh and Fonsie go to the hotel for a drink, Mrs. Healy refuses to serve them because she does not like the way they look, which causes everyone in Knockglen to take one side or the other. Benny is nervous before her lunch with Jack, but the afternoon goes well, and she is thrilled when he kisses her hand several times, leading her to believe that perhaps he is interested in her after all. She returns to Knockglen feeling very happy and satisfied.

In Chapter 12, Simon invites himself to Eve's next outing with Heather and tries to ask about Nan, but Eve evades his questions. Later, Nan also questions Eve about Simon, she but...