A couple who feel relief at the death of a harsh creditor, reflecting Scrooge's cruelty.
increasingBearing strength in each eventdecreasing
The Relief of Death
A Debtor's Joy
The News
Caroline's husband returns home with the news that the man who held their debt has died. He had gone to ask for an extension, but the man was too ill. Caroline is shocked but relieved, and she prays for forgiveness.
The Impact
Their spirits are lighter, and the children are brighter. The only emotion the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come can show Scrooge that is caused by his death is pleasure. This is a devastating indictment of his life.
