
that evening
Anne Decides to Stay
Anne tells Marilla that she will not go to Redmond College but will stay at Green Gables and teach at the Avonlea school. She has decided to sacrifice her own dreams to care for Marilla. Marilla is deeply moved but tries to protest. Anne is resolute, finding new purpose in her decision. This is the climax of Anne's moral development, showing her maturity and selflessness.