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August 3-5, 1926
Archie returns to Spain for weeks—without Agatha, who must remain in England to attend to matters after Mummy’s death. When he returns to England, he does not visit Agatha and Rosalind at Ashfield. Agatha sorts through family possessions, struggling with grief and Archie’s neglect. Rosalind, too, longs for Archie.
Madge arrives, delighting Agatha. Madge is concerned that Agatha has forgotten their plans. The next day is Rosalind’s birthday, which Archie will come celebrate, then Archie and Agatha will take a trip to Italy while Madge watches Rosalind and continues sorting through Ashfield. When Archie arrives the next day, Agatha restrains her emotions for his benefit. He is distant to Agatha but warm to Rosalind. This change in demeanor feels significant to Agatha, though she is not sure what it means.
In private, Archie tells Agatha he hasn’t planned a trip; he no longer wishes to travel. She’s relieved, and then Archie discloses that he has been spending time with Nancy. At first, Agatha doesn’t understand. Archie, offering no apology, says he and Nancy have fallen in love, and he wishes for a divorce.
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