Synopsis

Penelope tasks Emily with finding a specific type of information broker to locate Yvonne Eckart, revealing the importance of this search and the potential consequences for Emily's position. Simultaneously, Penelope reflects on her past actions and her relationship with Vinter, realizing he was the masked benefactor who helped her. The chapter also transitions to a lighter tone with scenes of her daily life, discussing her changed tastes and preparations for the founding day festival. The chapter ends with the arrival of a special order of cufflinks, possibly a gift for the Duke.