In which Dr. Grantly and Mr. Harding pay a ceremonious visit to the new Bishop Dr. Proudie and his formidable wife at the episcopal palace, where familiar surroundings appear oddly transformed and fresh tensions are soon kindled over matters ecclesiastical and domestic. The visit, marked by Mrs. Proudie's insistent religiosity and Mr. Slope’s officiousness, leaves the gentlemen more vexed than welcomed, forecasting delicate conflicts ahead.