29 January

I have refused to speak to Peter today, mostly because he made himself entirely unavailable.
Uncle Jack and Miss Prism very cranky today as well. And the weather not cooperating at all.

Later—Uncle Jack took the entire of the remaining household to the rectory for a special sermon from Dr. Chasuble, who spoke, once again, upon the subject of the manna in the wilderness. This time, I was forced to stay awake for the entire sermon and after sermon as well. Miss Prism stayed behind for further prayer.

28 January

I have recovered from my affections for that impudent boy. I will question Maggie further at once.

Later—I may faint. I have just learnt the most terrible news! Apparently, the 4 dismissed girls had all been secretly married, as they *all* were *with child*! I am afraid there has been an entire white slavery ring in our under-stairs! (I know the girl Maggie was telling the truth, because she refused to accept the few coins I offered her.) It seems that Peter was most definitely involved in some small way, though Maggie would not say how. The horrid boy must have been involved in the transport of the poor babes.