Dr. Kemp is interrupted by gunshots and goes to investigate. He sees a crowd gathering and returns to his study. Later, he hears the doorbell ring but it turns out to be a false alarm. He resumes his work, determined to focus.
# The Invisible Man
In chapter 27 of The Invisible Man by H.G.Wells, Kemp receives a threatening letter from the Invisible Man, announcing the start of the Terror and claiming control over Port Burdock. The letter also declares Kemp as the first victim of the Terror, with his death starting on that day. Kemp prepares for the worst as he awaits the arrival of the unseen Death.
In this chapter, the Invisible Man is seen leaving Kemp's house in a state of fury and injuring a child in the process. He disappears for a few hours before reappearing in Hintondean, where he begins to plan his revenge against humanity. Meanwhile, a growing number of men are searching for him, and he is now seen as a tangible threat to be captured or overcome.
In Chapter 20 of The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells, Kemp offers his chair to the tired Griffin and they discuss the events that led to Griffin's invisibility. Griffin reveals that he had taken a room in London near Great Portland Street and had successfully completed his research. However, he had left the Chesilstowe cottage before the tragic events that led to his invisibility. Griffin reflects on the funeral and his lack of action to save his character.
This chapter describes the stranger's stay in Iping until the day of the club festival. He had several skirmishes with Mrs. Hall on domestic matters, but he always over-rode her with an extra payment. The stranger did not go to church and worked fitfully. His temper was uncertain, and he seemed under chronic irritation. Mr. Cuss interviews the stranger.
A stranger arrives in Iping village with remarkable luggage, including a box of big, fat books and glass bottles. Fearenside's dog attacks the stranger, tearing his glove and trouser leg. The stranger appears unfazed and demands the boxes be brought to him.
Dr. Kemp is working in his study when he sees a man running towards him. The man is short and wearing a high hat, and Dr. Kemp thinks he is a fool. He watches the man run down the hill but notices that he doesn't seem to be getting anywhere. Eventually, the man reaches Dr. Kemp's house and collapses, revealing himself to be the Invisible Man.
In this chapter, the Invisible Man examines the bedroom and dressing-room doors to ensure his freedom, expresses his exhaustion and need for a partner, and bids Kemp goodnight. Kemp leaves, and the Invisible Man warns him not to attempt to hamper or capture him. Kemp is locked out of the room.
In Chapter 2 of The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells, Mrs. Hall asks Teddy Henfrey to take a look at the clock in the parlour. When she enters the room, she sees her visitor, who appears to have an enormous mouth wide open. However, she soon realizes that the shadows had tricked her. The chapter sets the tone for the mysterious and eerie atmosphere of the novel.
In this chapter, we are introduced to Mr. Thomas Marvel, a man with a unique appearance and a leisurely manner. He is contemplating trying on a pair of boots when he is approached by a voice. They discuss the ugliness of the boots and Mr. Marvel's past experiences with footwear.