Tess of the d'Urbervilles Phase I: The Maiden Chapter 1

In which a humble countryman is unexpectedly informed by a scholarly parson that he is descended from an ancient and noble lineage, long since fallen into obscurity and decay. The revelation sets him into a contemplative mood, prompting him to summon a carriage and prepare to share his newfound heritage with his household amidst the tranquil backdrop of village life.