Nancy can make out Norrell on the other side of the line. She only allows relief to cross her face as some weight fades from her shoulders. He'll see her- he meant his offer of sanctuary.

"Thank you!" She tells Childermass breathlessly. the facade must be held in front of all tonight. She'll follow him, through the large home, trying to memorize the way. she has no idea when this knowledge will come in handy, but she is sure it will.

She'll wait to be let into the study.