Mirth Book 2 Parts VII and VIII

I guess nothing every goes according to plan for Lily. When she thinks the only solution to her situation is to marry Rosedale, it turns out Rosedale does not want to marry her anymore because of her reputation. Despite the essential cruelty of his response, I am actually starting to like Rosedale. He has a very interesting talent for using his knowledge, and I thought it was a very interesting for him to suggest using the letters against Bertha. However, I do know that Rosedale will not help Lily with something unless he knew there was some sort of profit in it for him. Even though Lily dismissed Rosedale's idea, I think these letters will come into play before this story ends.

Now, there's the other problem, Selden. Gerty encourages him to pursue Lily again which of course intrigues me because I am guessing Gerty is no longer jealous of Lily. Gerty said to Selden, "'...it seems to me that if someone could reach out a hand and show her the other side-show her how much is left in life and in herself-(219).'" I thought there might still be some hope for Lily and Selden, but I guess not after Selden stormed home after discovering Lily moved. I do not know what that was all about. I honestly have no clue as to how this story will end, but I do believe that Lily is starting to let go of her ideals of a wealthy husband.