Jane Eyre, Chapter 25 summary

What happens

1. With her wedding preparations complete, Jane walks outside in strong wind and studies the split chestnut tree.
2. Worried by Rochester’s absence, Jane goes beyond the gates, meets him riding home, and returns with him.
3. Jane describes two dreams in which she carries a child and cannot prevent separation from Rochester.
4. She recounts waking to an unfamiliar woman who wears her veil, tears it, and frightens her into fainting.
5. The torn veil makes Rochester acknowledge a real intrusion, which he attributes to Grace Poole without fully satisfying Jane.
6. At Rochester’s request, Jane shares Adèle’s bed, but remains awake until sunrise and leaves the child tearfully.

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What to notice

Jane distinguishes reassurance from conviction. Her outward agreement leaves the visitor’s identity unresolved despite Rochester’s explanation.

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