The dawn comes slowly and accompanied by rain. Arthur gets up, not having rested well, and paces the yard for two hours before the gate opens. The turnkey opens the gate, allowing people to leave and to enter. Those that enter bring items for the prisoners. Most are really poor themselves. Arthur decides to speak to Amy Dorrit again and inquires after her. He goes to the uncle's house and sends a message for her to meet him there. The uncle asks Arthur what he thinks of his brother. Artuhur says it is nice to see that he seems content. The uncle then asks what he thinks of Amy. Arthur replies that he is impressed. The uncle says they would all be lost without Amy. Arthur views these praises not being from gratitude but from one who expects to be helped. Amy arrives. She tells Arthur she

