Josette speaks often with Mr Stewart during the voyage, though of course she is deferential to his duty as captain. She is curious as to his background, and will share her own if asked.
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"I agree," says Reverend Trask. "Barnabas would need to have brought money in order to be able to afford lodgings there - unless he already knows someone who will take them in."
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"Yes, Barnabas does love his sister," says Victoria. "He believes what he's doing is best for her. While there are many people in this great city, someone from outside will still stick out - as will we. Miss Collins, do you know of any branches of the Collins family or friends of the family in Boston?"
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It is no surprise that Millicent Collins, in light of her virtue and social standing -- and, if one may be so vulgar as to mention it, her considerable wealth -- is well acquainted with persons of quality in Boston. (Mademoiselle Dupres, on the other hand, being, as Scripture has it, a stranger in a strange land.) Statesmen, civic-minded ladies, scholars, clergymen, and princes of industry may all, as one wishes, be approached through introduction by that lady.
Of more immediate concern is the imminent reunion of Miss Collins and Mister Forbes, whose past acquaintance has not always been favorable to either. (For that matter, in times to come, what might Mademoiselle Dupres and Mister Collins say to one another, if they should happen to meet again?)
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For his part, Nathan is pleased to see Millicent - they had been enjoying some measure of reconciliation in recent weeks - and given the events involving young Daniel, he has some feelings of responsibility toward the boy (no doubt shared by the Reverend). He takes the chance to ask how Daniel is recovering from his ordeal. He compliments both ladies on their initiative in finding their way here.
Millicent is relieved to be away from Collinsport for a time. Though Nathan has been at the heart of her best and worst moments in that place, so being with him in Boston is confusing to her feelings. She is happy to make whatever introductions the party should require, of course.
Josette is afraid of seeing Barnabas again - she does not fear harm from him, but he seems gripped by strange manias. But perhaps he will be calmed by the new turn her life has taken, and the hope that she can find happiness again.
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"Where in Boston would new arrivals go, Miss Collins?" asks Reverend Trask. "Particularly those who require charitable aid. Barnabas would not have much money to his name, having been disowned. I could show up offering to help and see if he and Sarah are present."
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"That's a great idea!" says Victoria. "I could also volunteer to help out with my nursing skills."
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Decision having been made to seek the siblings via local charitable organizations, inquiry is made as to what these may be. These are, for the most part, religious and nationalistic in nature. After some discussion, it seems likely that Barnabas might have sought refuge from the Episcopal Charitable Society of Boston, directed towards deserving persons of English ancestry, rather than, say, The Scots Charitable Society of Boston or the Charitable Irish Society of Boston. Giving Miss Collins' connections amongst the worthies of the city, it would not be difficult for any or all of the party to arrange for an interview with said organization. It remains only to be seen in what manner such an approach shall be made.
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"No one would question the intentions of Miss Collins," says Nathan, "so her presence may serve to legitimise that of anyone else. Miss Winters has a responsibility to Sarah, though she is a governess while Barnabas Collins is Sarah's brother - so it may be taken as presumptious of her to make inquiries about them. I have no connection to them, and Miss Du Pres's - and my apologies for speaking indelicately - is not one that lends itself to the appearance of innocent concern. Therefore, I propose that Reverend Trask ask the necessary questions, with Miss Collins serving to introduce him."
"I will of course accompany whomever goes," says Millicent.
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"A good plan," says Reverend Trask. "We shall do as you say."
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"I should still accompany you," says Victoria. "You should take the lead in asking questions, but I do have an interest in finding Sarah, who we know is in the company of Barnabas. I can also offer the use of my skills to those in need." When Josette signals her, Victoria goes aside with her to see what she wants.
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"It can wait until you return," says Josette. "The conversation may be a lengthy one."
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The necessary arrangements are made for an interview with a lady of moderately advanced years whose generous contributions to the Society, as well as an abundance of leisure time, render her able and willing to respond to inquiries of this nature. Introduced to the visitors in proper fashion, and engaging in idle talk concerning, primarily, the curious meteorological phenomenon currently observed in Boston harbor, whilst offering simple refreshments, she eventually steers the conversation in the direction of more immediately relevant matters.
"I understand you wish to aid us in our charitable efforts," she begins.
"I understand you wish to aid us in our charitable efforts," she begins.
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"Yes, ma'am," says Reverend Trask. "I can lend spiritual aid to those less fortunate, and Miss Winters here has skills as a nurse. I'm also hoping to find someone among those being helped, one Barnabas Collins. He was heading to Boston in the company of his little sister, Sarah." He describes both of them. "They are of English descent and do not have much money, so they may have sought help here. Have you seen any recent arrivals that could fit the description?"
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"I'm young Sarah's governess," says Victoria. "I do hope she's all right."
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"And that they are named Collins is not a coincidence - they are family of mine, so I am naturally concerned for their welfare."
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"I understand. There are, unfortunately, so many poor souls in need of aid that it is impossible for me to be familiar with each. Perhaps you would care to pay a visit to our hostelry for the indigent?"
Arranges are made for such an excursion. The place is one unlikely to lighten the mood of any who enters therein. Within the dank and nearly lightless rooms of the hostelry are numerous worn blankets cast upon the dirt floor, upon which those fortunate to claim a place may find rest, the luckless doing without. The aroma of stale gruel fills the gloomy interior, along with even less pleasant scents. Given the number of destitute residents -- men, women, children, entire families -- it is a matter of some delicacy to move amongst them, in order to locate the persons for whom one is searching; particularly if it so happens that they do not wish to be found.
Arranges are made for such an excursion. The place is one unlikely to lighten the mood of any who enters therein. Within the dank and nearly lightless rooms of the hostelry are numerous worn blankets cast upon the dirt floor, upon which those fortunate to claim a place may find rest, the luckless doing without. The aroma of stale gruel fills the gloomy interior, along with even less pleasant scents. Given the number of destitute residents -- men, women, children, entire families -- it is a matter of some delicacy to move amongst them, in order to locate the persons for whom one is searching; particularly if it so happens that they do not wish to be found.
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Millicent's heart aches for the poor unfortunates, and despite her mission, she cannot help but stop and speak with some of them, and offer what comfort and prayer that she can.
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Reverend Trask circulates among those in need, praying with and for them as he looks for the Collins siblings and makes inquiries about them.
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Victoria helps the sick and injured with her healing talents while she also looks and asks around.
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