Chapter 28
Week 9, Instructor Calendar, April 1898
He that filches from me my good name
Robs me of that which not enriches him
And makes me poor indeed.
III.iii
Concordia was happy to return to the college after what had been a most disturbing week. The soothing chatter of high-spirited girls, catching up with one another about their adventures, was a welcome relief from recent events. She was looking forward to the familiar routine of classes, chapel, teas, and bicycle rides. Even play rehearsals didn’t seem so disagreeable.
Another bright spot came in the form of the newly-hired Charlotte Crandall, who would be living with them at Willow Cottage for the rest of the spring semester.
“I hope you don’t mind staying in student quarters,” Concordia said, as she helped Charlotte carry
