Ep. 40: Judy meets her benefactor John Smith, who is revealed to be her lover Jervis, leading to marriage.

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On her graduation day, Judy receives news that her sponsor, John Smith, is critically ill. She rushes toward his home with Mr. Griggs, navigating a traffic jam by running through heavy rain and a parade. Upon arrival, she discovers that John Smith is actually her former lover, Jervis, who suffers from deteriorating pneumonia. He explains that he selected her for a scholarship based on her quirky initial letter, having fallen in love with her carefree persona. After confessing his identity and feelings, Jervis faints. Judy stays by his side until morning, and he recovers. They subsequently marry at a small church in Lock Willow Farm. The narrative notes that Julia is engaged to Jimmy Mcbride, and Sallie and Bob remain friends. Judy proceeds to college while supporting her husband, eventually signing her final letter to Daddy Long Legs as Pendelton-Smith, Judy Abbott.