Jane is surprised when the fire does not elicit any reaction, and Rochester's servants believe he was asleep while holding a candle next to his bed.Jane and Rochester's wedding is interrupted by Mr. Mason the brother of Rochester's wife, who reveals that Rochester is already married to Bertha Mason, who is now insane.Among the guests is a woman named Blanche Ingram, whom Jane believes Rochester will propose to. Jane feels sick with love and laments that he "made me love him without looking at me." The guests stay at Thornfield for several days. Meanwhile, a man named Mr. Mason arrives, claiming to be an old friend. A gypsy also arrives and begins reading fortunes. Blanche's mood noticeably changes after spending time with the gypsy named "Sybil."When it is Jane's turn to have her fortune read, she is told that Blanche's mood changed after the gypsy told her that Rochester's possessions may not be as magnificent as she had hoped.Upon returning to Thornfield after her aunt's death, Jane expects an engagement between Rochester and Blanche; much to her surprise, he proposes to her.Jane witnesses Bertha's erratic behaviour and learns that Rochester has been hiding her.