The story delves deeper into the life of the Hayslope community, focusing on the birthday feast at the Hall Farm. This festive gathering brings together people from various backgrounds, highlighting their interactions and underlying tensions. Adam continues to earn respect from the villagers, but his unresolved feelings for Hetty leave him emotionally unsettled. Hetty’s connection with Arthur becomes more precarious, and their secret meetings intensify. Arthur struggles with the consequences of his actions but cannot completely step away from Hetty. Dinah’s unwavering faith and commitment to helping others begin to influence Adam and the community. The feast, while a joyous occasion, reveals the complexities of human relationships and sets the stage for a growing crisis. Adam tries to reevaluate his position, but his feelings for Hetty linger. The tension escalates as the story moves toward its inevitable turning point.

Book Second
Chapter XVII. In Which the Story Pauses a Little
Chapter XVIII. Church
Chapter XIX. Adam on a Working Day
Chapter XX. Adam Visits the Hall Farm
Chapter XXI. The Night-School and the Schoolmaster

Book Third
Chapter XXII. Going to the Birthday Feast
Chapter XXIII. Dinner-Time
Chapter XXIV. The Health-Drinking
Chapter XXV. The Games
Chapter XXVI. The Dance