Barnaby Rudge Chapter 9

In which the curious and cunning Miss Miggs, kept awake by a restless night, discovers the elusive Mr Tappertit engaged in secretive nocturnal activities, prompting her to devise a mischievous plan to outwit him. Her vigilant watch culminates in a tender moment of trust and fainting, revealing the complexity and humour of their entwined lives beneath the quiet facade of the household.