After the service, the chapel becomes the living-room of the elder Fenton's home. Marian's presence continues to be a disrupting influence. A climax is reached when she hears that her brother Ted has been discouraged by his wife Christine from continuing a degree course. Christine, however, declares that Ted is happier and better remaining in unadventurous contentment. After a final confrontation with Peter, the minister, she slips quietly away as the family sing a hymn heartily in the chapel, which is now beautifully decorated for the Harvest Festival.