Although the Headmistress does not know the identity of Sara's benefactor, she tells Molly to remove her and take her to a stable. Becky and Ermengarde are distressed at the Headmistress's open show of hostility, and Lottie leads the students (except Lavinia, Jessie and Gertrude) in demonstrating silent support of Sara. Sara prepares the classroom fire, Molly charges her for her cups and plates and James sends Becky shopping at Covent Garden. Ram Dass and Thomas plan their next move, and Peter accompanies Becky on another smuggling operation...