Visitors are traveling through the Pass of the Great Saint Bernard on mules. They arrive at a convent. The cold, thin air and fatigue discourages conversation until they reach the convent. Other guests had arrived before, and there is much confusion.
There are three groups herded into the parlor. The Dorrits have the largest entourage but are also the slowest moving. The newlywed Gowans are another party. The last party is made up of a German tutor with three pupils.
One of the gentleman expresses concern for Amy Dorrit, who had seemed overly tired. The guides had told him she had recovered, which Mr. Dorrit confirms. She is not used to the mountains. Fanny finds the mode of traveling inconvenient but not tiring.
Mrs. General claims despite the discomfort, one must see this place.
Mr.
