Work, Chapter 13 summary
Chapter 13 of 20 · 27 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 13, Christie recognizes her love for David, mistakes his changing treatment of Kitty for romantic interest, and arranges to leave the Sterlings for work with Mr. Power. David reveals that he gives her the church flowers, tenderly treats her injured hand, and privately admits that he wants her back.
What happens
- Christie mistakes her happiness for religious renewal, devotes herself to David and his mother, and then recognizes that she loves him.
- She tries separate church visits, conversation, and study to suppress her feelings, but none of these efforts succeeds.
- Kitty seeks shelter from her father’s marriage plans, flirts with David, and arouses Christie’s jealousy.
- Christie interprets David’s behavior as love for Kitty and accepts charitable and secretarial work with Mr. Power.
- On her departure morning, David admits giving her the church flowers and tenderly tends her cut finger.
- Christie leaves without revealing her love, while David tells Kitty that he prefers Christie’s company and wants her back.
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What to notice
David refers to Christie’s hidden injury, but his words also describe her concealed emotional pain. Her practiced cheerfulness keeps him from understanding why she leaves.
Quick check
What does David reveal about the flowers Christie receives at church?
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