I
The comical, awkward boy who works for the old man and brings humor to Nell's life.
Chapter III
Kit receives a writing lesson from Nell, struggling comically with blots and ink but showing earnest desire to learn.
Chapter VI
Kit accompanies Nell to Quilp's house, stares threateningly at Quilp, and is instructed to take care of her.
Chapter IX
Kit is wrongly accused by the old man of spying, and Quilp maliciously confirms the false accusation.
Kit's Vigil and Nell's Farewell
Kit returns home tired from his nightly vigil, shares a meal with his mother, and is devastated when Nell tells him he must never come near them again.
Chapter XI
Waits to see Nell and offers his family's home as a refuge for her and her grandfather, asking only for a kind word.
XIII
Fights another boy to rescue Nell's bird and brings it home to his family.
XIV
Kit visits the deserted shop, struggles to earn money, and is hired by the Garland family for a small task.
Chapter XX
Kit continues to hope for Nell's return, goes to meet the old gentleman at the notary's, and is questioned about his family.
XXI
Kit is hired by the Garlands at six pounds a year, and later confronted by Quilp and Swiveller about his old master and Nell.
XXII
Kit prepares to leave home, comforts his mother, walks to Finchley, and is warmly received by the Garlands. He meets Barbara and feels shy in her presence.
Chapter XXXVIII
Kit is now happily employed by the Garland family, sending money to his mother and showing deep affection for his family. He is questioned by a stranger about his former master and Nell.
Chapter XXXIX
Receives his first quarter's wages and enjoys a holiday with his family and Barbara.
XL
Kit returns from holiday, works in the garden, and refuses an offer of employment from a gentleman at the office, remaining loyal to the Garlands.
XLI
Kit orchestrates the plan to fetch his mother and join the rescue party, showing his determination and loyalty.
XLVII
Kit is mentioned as the son of Kit's mother, who travels with the single gentleman.
XLVIII
Mentioned as the single gentleman's confidential agent; later meets his mother at the coach office and sees Quilp.
LI
Discussed by Quilp and the Brasses as the target of their conspiracy; Quilp expresses hatred and a desire to harm him.
LVI
Arrives at Brass's office to leave, but is called back and given half-crowns by Brass, who manipulates him with false sympathy and hints at future payments.
LVII
Regularly visits Bevis Marks with messages, groomed by Brass's false praise.
LIX
Kit is lured back to the office by Brass's false kindness, then accused of stealing a five-pound note. He protests his innocence but is searched and the note is found in his hat.
Kit Accused
Arrested for theft, protests his innocence, and accuses Brass of plotting against him.
LXI
Imprisoned and innocent, Kit suffers intense grief over his situation and fears the opinions of his friends and family, especially Nell.
LXIII
Tried and found guilty of stealing a bank note; maintains his innocence.
LXV
Referenced as the one whose innocence can be proven and who needs saving.
LXVIII
Kit is released from prison, pardoned after his innocence is proven. He returns home to a joyful reunion with his family and friends, and learns of the possible discovery of Nell and her grandfather.
LXIX
Kit rises early, eagerly prepares for the journey to find Nell, and has a heartfelt conversation with Barbara about his devotion to Nell.
LXX
Kit endures the cold and snow, drives the carriage, and carries Nell's birdcage, hoping to see her again.
LXXI
Kit finds the grandfather and desperately asks for Nell, then witnesses her death.
LXXII
Nell speaks of wanting to send her love to Kit, and the boy (her little friend) is mentioned as visiting her grave with dried flowers.
LXXIII
Kit marries Barbara, gains prosperity through the help of those who once wronged him, and becomes a father, telling his children the story of Nell.
