When Pamela hears that Mr. B nearly drowned in a hunting accident, she notes that, “I could not in my heart forbear rejoicing for his safety; though his death would have set me free” (218). She is concerned because John has been dismissed for helping her; the jobs of Mr. Longman, Mrs. Jervis, and the butler are also at risk because they tried to advocate with Mr. B on Pamela’s behalf. Mrs. Jewkes taunts Pamela with a scheme in which Pamela will be forced to marry Monsieur Colbrand and then Mr. B will buy her on her wedding day.

The relationship between Pamela and Mrs. Jewkes grows increasingly tense.

Pamela notices that the servants are busy cleaning the house; she becomes alarmed that Mr. B will arrive soon. She recalls Mr. B’s promise not to come without her permission, but concludes that, “he hates me perfectly” (220), and therefore will ignore any promises.