David and Joan deepen their relationship as they work together to resolve the growing tensions on the plantation and within the surrounding environment. Facing challenges such as smuggling, confrontations with headhunters, and moral dilemmas, they strive to uphold their beliefs and values. Joan’s personal growth and David’s inner transformation become pivotal moments in the story. At the height of the conflict, they join forces to overcome crises and embrace new possibilities for the future. This part explores themes of human relationships, survival, and moral choices, ultimately concluding with the personal growth and harmony of the two protagonists.

CHAPTER XV. A DISCOURSE ON MANNERS
CHAPTER XVI. THE GIRL WHO HAD NOT GROWN UP
CHAPTER XVII. “YOUR” MISS LACKLAND
CHAPTER XVIII. MAKING THE BOOKS COME TRUE
CHAPTER XIX. THE LOST TOY
CHAPTER XX. A MAN-TALK
CHAPTER XXI. CONTRABAND
CHAPTER XXII. GOGOOMY FINISHES ALONG KWAQUE ALTOGETHER
CHAPTER XXIII. A MESSAGE FROM THE BUSH
CHAPTER XXIV. IN THE BUSH
CHAPTER XXV. THE HEAD-HUNTERS
CHAPTER XXVI. BURNING DAYLIGHT
CHAPTER XXVII. MODERN DUELLING
CHAPTER XXVIII. CAPITULATION
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