That Addie walks past the stall selling dresses and dolls, opting instead for materials she can write and draw with, is further evidence of her adventurous, curious spirit. She has little interest in what her society believes young girls ought to care about, like dolls or pretty dresses, preferring instead to entertain herself with ideas and her imagination. The detail that this trip to the city has made Addie a new person is significant. It suggests that, now that Addie has a taste for the culture and excitement that exists beyond Villon, her life there will no longer be enough for her: it won’t satisfy her craving for adventure and new, exciting experiences.