Synopsis

In the shadowed halls of the Old House, Barnabas wrestled with a grim decision regarding Julia, while Carolyn’s impatience simmered. He resolved to eliminate Julia, and sought Carolyn's assistance. She refused. He laid out his plan: she would retrieve Julia’s notebook detailing him, and he would take care of the rest. Returning home, Carolyn found Mrs. Johnson awaiting her. The woman chided her for skipping dinner and noted her pallor, suggesting she looked unwell. After Mrs. Johnson departe