As Mrs. Wilkins awakens in her quaint Italian retreat, she revels in the newfound freedom and exhilaration of solitude. The delightful simplicity of her room becomes a symbolic cocoon, sheltering her from the relentless demands of her previous life. As she throws open the shutters, she’s greeted with an almost otherworldly beauty that leaves her breathless. The chapter delivers a powerful exploration of joy and self-discovery, as Mrs. Wilkins basks in a renewed sense of independence and wonde...