Rose is trying to figure out whom she should tell about the situation. The Maylies have planned to stay in London for a short while before leaving for the seaside. With what little time she has, Rose is unsure what to do. She considers telling Mr. Losberne but worries that he is too rash and that doing so may result in some harm befalling Nancy. Rose then considers telling Mrs. Maylie but realizes that her aunt would undoubtedly tell Mr. Losberne right away. Rose considers asking Harry for help but after she had declined his proposal, “it seemed unworthy of her to call him back” (479). When Rose finally decides to consult Harry on the matter, Oliver enters weeping, telling her that while he was walking the streets with Mr. Giles, he had seen Mr. Brownlow.

Rose realizes that she can tell Mr. Brownlow of this matter and resolves to take Oliver to see the kindly old gentleman. They arrive at Mr. Brownlow’s house and find the old man there with his friend, Mr. Grimwig. Rose enters first to explain to him the circumstances that have befallen Oliver.