Ep. 20: Lavinia returns to the academy, causing tension as Sara prepares for her arrival.
Aired on May 19, 1985
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Following the Headmistress's instructions, Lavinia angrily throws her boots at Becky, ordering Sara to polish them. Ermengarde voices her protest, suggesting that Lavinia's influence is weakening. Meanwhile, Molly instructs Sara and Becky to prepare a special room for a new resident. While shopping for this resident's unique meal, Sara discovers that the new arrival is Lavinia, who remains the Headmistress's favorite student. The narrative highlights that Lavinia's parents possess more honor than she does. Consequently, the Headmistress reflects on her own behavior toward Sara amidst these developments.
Episodes
- Ep. 16 · Lottie's confusion deepens as she faces criticism and a nightmare before finding solace with Sara in the attic.
- Ep. 17 · Molly and James supervise Sara while she befriends an attic rat named Melle.
- Ep. 18 · Sara faces challenges during the Maypole celebration with help from Becky, Peter, and Donald.
- Ep. 19 · Headmistress discovers Sara's letters while Becky learns of Ralph's death from Solicitor Barrow
- Ep. 20 · Lavinia returns to the academy, causing tension as Sara prepares for her arrival.
- Ep. 21 · Sara faces continued abuse from Lavinia and the Headmistress while Becky reports mistreatment
- Ep. 22 · Amelia departs for family matters while Ermengarde and Lottie attempt to smuggle food to Sara.
- Ep. 23 · Sara finds a coin at a bakery during a rainy mail run after a prank
- Ep. 24 · Lavinia's Birthday Party and Sara's Stand Against Tyranny