Chapter 17 Summary

The next day, albeit a Sunday, Reuben is hard at work as he now sees himself as primarily responsible for the farm. Adam is in shock about Elfine's engagement and sings wedding songs as he milks the cows. Rennett is the only Starkadder woman not living on the farm to stay there that day. Aunt Ada Doom is back in her room and no one dares go near her. Urk has not been seen since hauling Meriam away. Flora sleeps well into the afternoon and would have slept longer except Ms. Beetle knocks on the door to tell her she has visitors; Mr. Mybug and Mr. Neck are downstairs. Once refreshed and dressed, Flora finds the men in her parlor. Mr. Mybug seems a bit glum about Mr. Neck's presence. They enjoy tea and Flora waits for the right moment to introduce Seth...