It is Never Too Late to Mend Chapters XXVIII and XXIX

In which the narrative narrows upon the contrasting figures of Mr. Eden, a saintly Christian, and Robinson, a habitual thief, as the former endeavours with patience and faith to reclaim a soul deemed lost by society. Meanwhile, Susan Merton’s return to Grassmere Farm introduces a new, cunning speculator who seeks to lure her father into the tempting labyrinth of rapid wealth, setting the stage for quiet conflict between prudence and cupidity.