Ep. 42: Sara leaves the Seminary after a fire and finds work selling matches with Mary's help.
Aired on November 10, 1985
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Sara escapes a fire alongside Emily, saving a photograph of her parents, but the Headmistress blames her and expels her from the Seminary. Peter discovers the despondent Sara by a river with Amelia and takes her to his home. Determined to support herself, Sara seeks employment, leading Maggie to have Mary teach her the trade of selling matches. This sequence marks Sara's transition from the Seminary to independent life under Peter's care, highlighting her resilience and the support of her new companions as she navigates her new circumstances.
Episodes
- Ep. 38 · Sara enjoys magical comfort while Becky suspects hidden costs
- Ep. 39 · Headmistress orders Sara to stable while students show silent support
- Ep. 40 · Amelia's Field Trip Ruined by Dog Phobia After Taking Charge
- Ep. 41 · Amelia hosts a Halloween party while Lavinia causes a fire during a prank
- Ep. 42 · Sara leaves the Seminary after a fire and finds work selling matches with Mary's help.
- Ep. 43 · Sara sells matches while Peter brings her home to Lottie and a mysterious parcel from Thomas.
- Ep. 44 · Sara hides Surya from the Headmistress while Ermengarde watches and Lavinia observes
- Ep. 45 · Miss Minchin regrets her actions as Sara meets Thomas Carrisford and faces legal changes.
- Ep. 46 · Sara prepares for Christmas while Maria fears arrest and Lavinia reconciles before Sara's departure to India.