Philippa Comes Home as Basil Guards Her From Crisis
Basil, a devoted brother figure, prepares for Philippa's arrival as she plans to flee her abusive husband Sir Mervyn Ferrand. He confronts danger, contemplates vengeance, and, amid a ferocious snowstorm, discovers Philippa has fallen ill with a postnatal mania. He vows to protect her from justice and from further harm while she confronts her accuser.