In which a new species of funds, unknown to the moneyed men, appears on 'Change
- News is spreading about Phileas taking on "the challenge" of racing around the world in eighty days or under (He's become quite the celebrity in London.).
- Nobody really thinks he can do it, except the ladies who appreciate his rashness and bold adventurous spirit—cue sighing and fainting.
- There are more bets (surprise, surprise) around the gambling clubs in England for and against Phileas completing his journey.
- One Detective Fix of Scotland Yard has been sent to follow and apprehend Phileas Fogg on charges of suspected bank robbery.
- People are starting to think that Phileas Fogg just might be the robber in question because of his odd ways and his similarity in features to the thief.