There were big doings in the Nanchang house last night. Calling the fire brigade is not so easy. More of a process really. But the fire is eventually extinguished and hangovers earned in its aftermath. (Image: Tiffin, a light snack, aboard a typical family junk)

Bet chats with her baby sister, Marcelle, about Nanchang life, learning to ride a bicycle, growing concerns about a civil war, and yes, Hank. (Image: Marj Bloch and the UNRRA bicycle)

Bet's in a chatty mood, although missing Hank. She has come to realise that what is hers, is Marj's, and what's Marj's is hers. (Image: Ricksha shennanigans. Hank towing Bet on laps around UNRRA House, Nanchang)

A short letter today to Bet's Godmother. It's also the day the Nuremburg Nazi war crimes trial on the other side of the world begins handing down judgement. (Image: Loading a truck onto the Nanchang - Kuichang 'ferry'.)

This episode finds Betty in a homesick, melancholy and reflective mood. A short letter, but an apparently healing one. (Image: The temporary pontoon bridge at Kao-an, referred to last episode)

The whole city of Nanchang is abuzz with excitement. Maybe, just maybe, Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, President of the Republic of China, will actually visit today. Then again, maybe not. Bet begins by describing a road trip to devastated Kao-an to investigate reports of black market dealings. Her story is interrupted by ... (Image: Generalissimo Chaing Kai-shek arrives in Nanchang)

More news from Bet as cool weather finally arrives in Nanchang. We also learn that her position in Kiangsi province is at risk. (Image: "Structures such as this are erected in memory of widows who committed suicide rather than re-marry or live a single life. The 'suicide' is effected by the widow's father or eldest brother who supervises the hanging! The custom has been given up!! BMS adding to the scenery. Nanchang Septr '46")

Bet is in a very cheerful and chatty mood having just returned from a 7 day vacation in a much cooler Ku-ling, high in the mountains. It's a wild ride in a sedan chair up the mountain, but well worth the fright. (Image: An obviously happy Betty and Hank at a rest pause in the sedan chair climb up the mountain.)  

Bet's rediscovering her sense of humour. Tales of road trips, flat tyres, bandits, and scared soldiers are just some of the fun. Eustace the rat is getting annoying, and Bet takes part in a survey of the Nanchang - Kian road. (Image: From L - Keith Kestevan, Hank and Dr Bob Reisinger on the survey)

Bet again writes to her Godmother, Edith Thompson, with tales of romance, dinners, and rumours her service might be extended by a further 9 months. (Image: Bet's caption handwritten on the back of the photograph says it all. "Yes! This is the famous sea wall!! On the right near the big tree is the romantic spot. Silhouettes in this snap are Marj & Sully')