I: Sally Gives a Party
Hostess of the party, feeling happy and content, but troubled by Gerald's news about the play.
I
Hostess of the dinner party, reveals her inheritance is only $25,000, plans a trip to Europe, and shows deep affection for her friends.
II
Confronts her brother Fillmore about his behavior, showing her sharp tongue and protective nature. She is affectionate with Gerald Foster.
III
Sally is secretly engaged to Gerald and initially struggles with the news of his play's production due to the casting of Mabel Hobson, but ultimately supports him.
II: Enter Ginger
Sally is on holiday in Roville, enjoying the beach and observing people. She is preparing to return to America for the opening of Gerald's play.
I
Sitting on the beach, observing strangers, and enjoying her vacation before returning to America.
II
Sitting in a park in Roville, she overhears a conversation about herself. She is described as broad-minded and is not displeased by the red-haired man's admiration.
III
Witnesses the dog fight and the confrontation, curious about the red-haired young man's dismissal.
IV
Returns to the hotel late, shows sympathy for Jules, and takes charge of the situation when they get trapped in the lift.
V
Trapped in a lift with Ginger, she shares her life story, including running away from home and working as a dance instructress.
VI
Engages Ginger in conversation, learns about his past, and admires his stand against Scrymgeour.
III: The Dignified Mr. Carmyle
Sally seeks out Ginger to give him advice, but is sidetracked by his confession of love. She later confronts Bruce Carmyle about his treatment of Ginger.
I
Leaving Roville for America; seeks out Ginger to offer advice; finds him at the roulette table.
II
Gives Ginger advice on self-reliance, declines his marriage proposal, and reveals she is engaged.
III
Sally is assertive and quick to defend Ginger, clashing with Bruce Carmyle's stiff demeanor.
IV: Ginger in Dangerous Mood
The object of both cousins' attention; her address is sought by Carmyle and her telegram 'Death to the Family' fuels Ginger's rebellion.
V: Sally Hears News
Returns to New York and decides to stay at Mrs. Meecher's boardinghouse. She is disappointed to learn Gerald has left for Detroit but is determined to see him. She takes on the role of nurse for Mr. Faucitt.
VI: First Aid for Fillmore
Arrives in Detroit, feels hurt by Gerald's lack of enthusiasm, and decides to invest her legacy in the play to help Gerald.
I
Arrives in Detroit, feels hurt by Gerald's lack of enthusiasm, but later reconciles.
II
Observes the rehearsal from the back of the theatre, noting the tension and the flaws in the production.
III
Watches the conflict, feels pity for Fillmore, and later greets Elsa and Gladys.
IV
Sally shows her generosity and impulsiveness by agreeing to finance Gerald's play, despite her usual prudence.
VII: Some Meditations on Success
Reflects on the difference between men's and women's views on success, feeling that love is secondary to ambition for men like Gerald and Fillmore.
VIII: Reappearance of Mr. Carmyle—and Ginger
Feels pride and then remorse over advising Ginger to rebel; returns to New York with Fillmore.
I
Travels with Fillmore, her spirits recovered. She playfully teases Fillmore about his ambitions and a fur coat.
II
Startled by Carmyle's appearance, she recalls her rudeness to him and feels pride in Ginger's rebellion, but later doubts her influence.
III
Consumed with remorse and self-reproach for her impulsive actions, she worries about Ginger's fate and regrets her interference.
IX: Ginger Becomes a Right-Hand Man
Relieved to find Ginger alive, she takes charge of him, learns about his troubles, and decides to help him get a job with her brother.
X: Sally in the Shadows
Sally is initially content but becomes anxious and frustrated over Fillmore's reckless plans and Carmyle's involvement.
I
Feels a golden age has set in; enjoys furnishing her new apartment and having a settled home.
II
Visits Fillmore's office, confronts him about the revue, and later confides in Ginger about her worries.
III
Receives the news of Gerald's marriage to Elsa Doland. She is devastated but finds strength in Ginger's presence, eventually regaining her composure.
XI: Sally Runs Away
Runs away to England, writes a heartfelt letter to Ginger explaining her pain and her decision to help Mr. Faucitt.
XII: Some Letters for Ginger
Narrates the chapter through letters to Ginger, expressing homesickness, discomfort with Carmyle's family, and a resolve to return to America.
XIII: Strange Behaviour of a Sparring-Partner
Returns to New York, determined to fight for her happiness, and seeks out Ginger, only to find he has left the office.
I
Returns to New York, feeling determined and defiant, and goes to the office to find Ginger.
II
Arrives unexpectedly at the training camp, reveals she rejected Bruce Carmyle's proposal, and shows surprising knowledge of boxing.
III
Observes the boxing match, feeling small and out of place, anxious for Ginger's safety.
IV
Watches the fight with intense emotion, feeling pride and fear as she sees a new, fierce side of Ginger.
XIV: Mr. Abrahams Re-Engages an Old Employee
Returns to New York and learns of Fillmore's financial troubles and Elsa's betrayal. She remains resolute in refusing Carmyle's proposal.
I
Discovers Ginger's theft of her photograph and takes charge of his career, offering to lend him money for a dog kennel.
II
Returns from England, learns of her financial loss and Elsa's betrayal, and is emotionally shaken.
III
Former employee who spent her inheritance and returns to ask for her job back; described as having class but seeming quieted down.
At the Flower Garden
Working as a dance hostess at the Flower Garden, feeling depressed and isolated. She accepts Bruce Carmyle's proposal despite loving Ginger.
I
Working as a hostess at the Flower Garden, feeling depressed and isolated.
II
Exhausted and conflicted, she accepts Bruce Carmyle's proposal out of weariness and a desire for peace.
III
She accepts Bruce's proposal but feels detached and realizes the sacrifice of her friendship with Ginger. She is loyal to her job and feels the weight of her decision.
IV
Reveals she is working again at her old dancing job, confesses her love for Ginger, but has accepted Bruce Carmyle's proposal.
V
Sally is emotionally conflicted, insisting she must marry Bruce despite her feelings for Ginger.
XVII: Sally Lays a Ghost
Sally confronts Gerald's destructive behavior, cleans up his mess, and experiences a profound emotional release, realizing her old feelings for him are gone.
I
Experiences a profound emotional shift, feeling detached and resentful toward Gerald, and realizes she has changed.
II
Cleans up Gerald's destruction, feels a mix of amusement and disgust, and falls asleep from exhaustion.
III
Wakes with a sense of closure regarding Gerald, feels dreamlike, and is calm when Carmyle misinterprets the situation.
XVIII: Journey's End
Sally is content in her marriage, enjoying the evening and reading a letter from her brother Fillmore.
