After the death of her father, Matilda feels like she is alone. But she isn’t alone for long. Who does Matilda find while wandering the streets thinking about her Grandfather’s passing? What has happened to her? Who does Matilda run into on the streets? W

Matilda finds a toddler hiding in a house. The little girl's mother has died of yellow fever. Mattie then sees Eliza walking but is unable to catch up with her. After inquiring, Mattie learns that Eliza has been working with the Free African Society, delivering food, medicine, and care for the sick.