What Maisie Knew, Chapter 25 summary
Chapter 25 of 32 · 14 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 25, Maisie and Mrs. Wix enjoy the comforts Sir Claude provides in France, but their growing argument exposes conflicting hopes about Mrs. Beale. Maisie proposes that all four live together, rejects Mrs. Wix’s moral accusations, and finally questions her financial dependence on Sir Claude, leaving Maisie alone in tears.
What happens
- Maisie and Mrs. Wix accept Sir Claude’s arrangements and enjoy meals, carriage rides, and walks while waiting for his return.
- On the rampart, Maisie senses that Mrs. Wix expects her and Sir Claude to abandon Mrs. Beale.
- Maisie proposes a household of four, but Mrs. Wix says joining Sir Claude and Mrs. Beale means approving their immorality.
- They dispute what the Countess’s involvement with Maisie’s father means for Mrs. Beale’s freedom.
- Maisie insists she loves Mrs. Beale, while Mrs. Wix treats this loyalty as a rejection of herself.
- When Maisie asks whether Sir Claude also pays Mrs. Wix, the governess walks away and Maisie sobs.

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What to notice
Maisie turns Mrs. Wix’s argument about money back on her. The question breaks their discussion and prompts the governess to walk away.
Quick check
What arrangement does Maisie propose on the rampart?

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