Chapter 15 Summary

To Flora's relief and excitement, the ball ends with Dick announcing his engagement to Elfine. Flora feels reluctantly compelled to speak with Mrs. Hawk-Monitor, assuming she might be in a bit of shock. A woman of equal social grace, Flora honestly advises Dick's mother to keep Elfine away from her family until the nuptials for everyone's sake, and to arrange the wedding as soon as possible as there will undoubtedly be opposition from the Starkadder front. After the party, Flora, Elfine, and Seth head home in the rented car. Seth warns them that Aunt Ada will be less than pleased to hear about Elfine's engagement. Flora isn't that worried until Seth points to the farm house and Flora notices every light is ablaze.

Chapter 15 Analysis

Flora's goal for Elfine appears to have been accomplished; however, it is fraught with obstacles as it is...