The Heart of Mid-Lothian Volume 1 Chapter 12

In which the old and revered Deans family gather amid heavy affliction, contending with the painful disgrace that shadows them, whilst earnest debates arise over the faith, legal counsel, and the trials that beset their unfortunate kin. Meanwhile, Jeanie resolves with quiet fortitude to meet a mysterious stranger by moonlight, even as the shadow of public and private burdens hang heavily about the household.